Section 8 apartments in Linden, Malden

Linden is in the East area, primarily within ZIP code 02148. Compare HUD rent benchmarks below, then confirm the housing authority’s adopted standard and utility allowance for the actual unit.

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Under Massachusetts law (MGL Ch 151B §4(10)), it is illegal statewide for a landlord to refuse an applicant because they use a housing voucher. Enforcement by the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD).

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HUD rent benchmarks — ZIP 02148

Small-Area FMR · FY2027

HUD rent benchmarks — ZIP 02148, monthly dollars, fiscal year 2027
Bedrooms	HUD benchmark / mo
Studio	$2,570
1 bedroom	$2,650
2 bedrooms	$3,170
3 bedrooms	$3,780
4 bedrooms	$4,170

These are HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, not an adopted housing authority payment standard or a guaranteed rent approval. Your authority determines assistance using its schedule, household income, voucher size and utility allowance. Rent reasonableness and inspection requirements also apply. How HUD vouchers work.

Compare HUD rent benchmarks for these ZIP codes; confirm the rental address separately: 02148

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Housing authority contacts

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Cambridge Housing Authority

HUD PHA code MA003 · 7,597 HCV vouchers

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We have not verified the current Housing Choice Voucher waiting-list status for this office. Ask whether it serves your address and how to check for openings.

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Address: 362 Green Street, Cambridge, MA
Phone: (617) 864-3020
Website: https://www.cambridge-housing.org/

Lowell Housing Authority

HUD PHA code MA001 · 1,405 HCV vouchers

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We have not verified the current Housing Choice Voucher waiting-list status for this office. Ask whether it serves your address and how to check for openings.

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Address: 350 Moody St, Lowell, MA
Phone: (978) 937-3500

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