Mason Place — Project-Based Section 8 in Boston

80 Mason St, Boston, MA, 02111

Income-based rent · about 30% of income · 129 units · Managed by Federal Management Co Inc

About this apartment

Mason Place is a Project-Based Section 8 building at 80 Mason St, Boston with 129 apartments (126 subsidized). Rent is income-based, about 30% of household income. Apply directly to the building — call 617 426 6198.

The subsidy is attached to this building, not to you. You do not need your own Section 8 voucher to apply here — qualifying households pay about 30% of adjusted income as rent and the federal subsidy covers the rest.

About Mason Place

Mason Place is a Project-Based Section 8 property at 80 Mason St, Boston 02111. It has 129 apartments, 126 of which are subsidized (9 studio, 110 one-bedroom, 7 two-bedroom). Most current residents are 62 or older.

Who can apply

This program serves low-income families and individuals who meet HUD income limits for the Massachusetts area (generally at or below 50% of area median income; many buildings prioritize 30%).

How to apply

1. Call the building at 617 426 6198 (managed by Federal Management Co Inc) and ask whether the waiting list is open and how to get an application.
2. Most buildings keep their own waiting list — this is separate from the Boston Housing Authority (BHA) Section 8 voucher list.
3. Submit proof of income, ID for every household member, and Social Security numbers where available.
4. When your name comes up, the management office verifies eligibility and offers a unit.

Your rights

Massachusetts MGL c.151B (source of income, including rental assistance/vouchers, protected statewide)

Nearby

See all subsidized housing and voucher-friendly options on the Boston page and read how to apply for Section 8 in Boston.

Source: HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties database (Nov 2026). Unit counts and contacts come from HUD and may lag reality — always confirm by phone. This is not an availability listing.