Last updated: 2026-09-06

Winchester Housing Authority

13 Westley Street, Winchester, MA 01890

781-721-5718

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About Winchester Housing Authority

Contact Winchester Housing Authority in Winchester, Massachusetts for Section 8 vouchers and public housing assistance. Phone: 781-721-5718. 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 143 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 Winchester 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

Things You Care About

  • How to contact Winchester 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
781-721-5718
Fax
7817215737

Office Location

Address
13 Westley Street, Winchester, MA 01890
City, State ZIP
Winchester, MA 01890
Service Area
Serving Middlesex County (partial)

Agency Details

PHA Code
MA125
Primary Program Type
Section 8 (HCV)
Housing Vouchers
143

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can reach Winchester Housing Authority at 781-721-5718.

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

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

To apply for Section 8 housing assistance at Winchester 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 781-721-5718 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 Winchester Housing Authority website: http://www.winchesterha.org/Programs.aspx. If no online form is available, contact them at 781-721-5718 to apply by phone or in person.

To check your Section 8 or public housing waiting list status with Winchester Housing Authority:
  1. Log in to the applicant portal on their official website: http://www.winchesterha.org/Programs.aspx, if one is offered
  2. Have your application or confirmation number ready
  3. Or call 781-721-5718 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 781-721-5718 to confirm hours before visiting, and to confirm the office at 13 Westley Street, Winchester, MA 01890 is open.

Related Resources

Winchester 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 .