Last updated: 2026-10-18

Belmont Housing Authority

59 Pearson Road, Belmont, MA 02478

617-484-2160

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About Belmont Housing Authority

Contact Belmont Housing Authority in Belmont, Massachusetts for Section 8 vouchers and public housing assistance. Phone: 617-484-2160. Waiting list status: Open. Programs: Section 8 (HCV).

As a Public Housing Authority (PHA), they play a crucial role in providing affordable housing solutions to low-income families, elderly individuals, and persons with disabilities in the Middlesex area. Their primary focus is on Section 8 (HCV) programs, ensuring that eligible residents have access to safe, decent, and affordable housing options.

They currently manage various housing assistance programs and oversee approximately 47 housing vouchers to help eligible residents secure affordable housing in the private market.

Section 8 Payment Standards: Middlesex County

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents. Your voucher from Belmont Housing Authority covers up to:

Studio
$2,359
max/month
1 BR
$2,476
max/month
2 BR
$2,941
max/month
3 BR
$3,526
max/month
4 BR
$3,894
max/month

Source: HUD Fair Market Rents 2026 · huduser.gov

Do You Qualify? Middlesex County Income Limits

HUD FY2026 Section 8 (50% AMI) income limits for Belmont Housing Authority's area:

1 person
$60,000
max/year
2 people
$68,600
max/year
3 people
$77,150
max/year
4 people
$85,700
max/year

All household sizes and income tiers for Middlesex County →

Housing Statistics: Belmont Housing Authority

Reported program data for this housing authority, 2025.

50
Subsidized units
96%
Units occupied
$30,046/yr
Avg household income
$768/mo
Avg tenant rent share
50%
Elderly households (62+)
27%
Households with a disability

Source: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households 2025 · huduser.gov

Things You Care About

  • How to contact Belmont Housing Authority
  • Office location and directions
  • Available housing programs and services
  • Service area coverage: Serving Middlesex County (partial)
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Contact Information

Phone
617-484-2160
Fax
6174844862

Office Location

Address
59 Pearson Road, Belmont, MA 02478
City, State ZIP
Belmont, MA 02478
Service Area
Serving Middlesex County (partial)

Agency Details

PHA Code
MA042
Primary Program Type
Section 8 (HCV)
Housing Vouchers
47

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can reach Belmont Housing Authority at 617-484-2160.

The current waiting list status is: Open. Check this page regularly for updates as waiting lists can open and close frequently.

Belmont Housing Authority serves: Serving Middlesex County (partial).

To apply for Section 8 housing assistance at Belmont Housing Authority:
  1. Check if the waiting list is currently open
  2. Submit an application when the list opens
  3. Provide required documentation including proof of income and identification
  4. Wait for your application to be processed

Contact them at 617-484-2160 for specific application requirements.

Many housing authorities accept applications through an online portal when their waiting list is open. You can apply or check for an online application on the official Belmont Housing Authority website: http://belmontha.org/hcv.aspx. If no online form is available, contact them at 617-484-2160 to apply by phone or in person.

To check your Section 8 or public housing waiting list status with Belmont Housing Authority:
  1. Log in to the applicant portal on their official website: http://belmontha.org/hcv.aspx, if one is offered
  2. Have your application or confirmation number ready
  3. Or call 617-484-2160 and ask for your current position on the waiting list

Keep your contact details up to date so you do not miss a notice when your name comes up.

Office hours are not published for every housing authority. Most public housing authorities are open Monday through Friday during standard business hours, and closed on federal holidays. Call 617-484-2160 to confirm hours before visiting, and to confirm the office at 59 Pearson Road, Belmont, MA 02478 is open.

In Middlesex County, Massachusetts, a family of 4 generally qualifies for Section 8 with gross annual income at or below $85,700, and a single person below $60,000 (HUD FY2026 very low income limits). See all household sizes on the Middlesex County income limits page.

According to HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data, Belmont Housing Authority administers approximately 50 subsidized units, of which about 96% are occupied. Around 1 of these are Housing Choice (Section 8) vouchers.

Related Resources

Belmont Housing Authority Waiting Lists All Middlesex County PHAs All Massachusetts PHAs Massachusetts Counseling Agencies Section 8 Guide How to Apply Guide

The federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing because of race, color, national origin, religion, familial status, gender, and disability. The Fair Housing Act ensures that all persons receive equal housing opportunity. For more information about the Fair Housing Act and your rights, visit the Department of Housing and Urban Development .