Analysis by Joshua Cappell
Last Updated: February, 3rd 2026
The Cambridge Housing Authority Family Site-Based waiting list is currently open for applicants in Cambridge, MA.
Key Dates: Applications are accepted indefinitely as the waitlist is open until further notice.
How to Apply: Apply online at cambridge-housing.org/applicants.
Preferences: Cambridge residents, individuals in shelters or transitional facilities, and those employed or about to be employed in Cambridge will have priority.
The application may be completed online at https://cambridge-housing.org/applicants/.
Family Site-Based has preferences for: Live, Work, or Attend School Locally, Working/Employed, In Transitional Housing. Preferences are not required but Project-Based applicants that meet these criteria will be moved up the waiting list.
Family Site-Based Project-Based Waiting List is managed by Cambridge Housing Authority.
Cambridge Housing Authority provides affordable housing for up to 7,338 low- and moderate-income households through its Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher and public housing programs.
This housing agency serves Cambridge, Massachusetts.
If you're a homeless veteran, contact your VA Medical Center.
You may have an opportunity to apply for a VASH voucher, which is a Section 8 voucher for homeless veterans.Takesha Powell says:
"Affordable Housing Online is a great resource that provides a lot of helpful links to get low-income and affordable housing."