Section 8 apartments in Salem, MA
A landlord in Salem is accepting Housing Choice Vouchers right now. Below: the unit, Essex County's FY2027 rent limits, the housing authorities that run the program here, and whether a landlord can legally refuse a voucher in Massachusetts.
Voucher-friendly listings in Salem
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HUD rent benchmarks near Salem (Essex County, FY2027)
HUD rent benchmarks for FY2027, effective October 1, 2026. These are not adopted housing-authority payment standards or household subsidy amounts. The illustration shows 90% to 110% of FMR; ZIP-based schedules, approved exceptions and Moving to Work rules can differ.
| Bedrooms | FMR | Illustration: 90% to 110% of FMR |
|---|---|---|
| Efficiency (studio) | $2,440 | $2,196 to $2,684 |
| 1-bedroom | $2,518 | $2,266 to $2,770 |
| 2-bedroom | $3,008 | $2,707 to $3,309 |
| 3-bedroom | $3,584 | $3,226 to $3,942 |
| 4-bedroom | $3,953 | $3,558 to $4,348 |
The two-bedroom HUD benchmark for Salem is $3,008. Multiplying by 90% and 110% gives $2,707 to $3,309, not an approval range. Gross rent includes the applicable allowance for tenant-paid utilities. Your agency must calculate assistance using its adopted standard, your household and the proposed unit.
Can a landlord refuse Section 8 in Salem, MA?
No. Massachusetts law prohibits landlords from refusing a renter because they pay with a Section 8 voucher. That protection applies in Salem, MA. If you were turned away for having a voucher, that refusal may be illegal.
MGL Ch 151B §4(10)
Massachusetts General Laws Ch 151B §4(10) prohibits housing discrimination based on lawful source of income statewide. Enforcement by the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD).
View statute →Informational only, not legal advice. Laws change, so verify current status before acting on a rejection or making a leasing decision.
Housing authorities serving Salem
These housing authorities are listed for the county. Confirm jurisdiction for the exact address and which agency will administer your voucher, inspection and tenancy.
- 1,566 HCV units
Lynn Housing Authority & Neighborhood Development
Lynn · MA023
- 1,383 HCV units
Salem Housing Authority
Salem · MA055
- 1,031 HCV units
Lawrence Housing Authority
Lawrence · MA010
- 660 HCV units
Gloucester Housing Authority
Gloucester · MA025
- 569 HCV units
Methuen Housing Authority
Methuen · MA081
- 467 HCV units
Haverhill Housing Authority
Haverhill · MA087
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VoucherMatch connects voucher holders with landlords who accept Section 8, and it is free for renters. The administering housing authority must approve the actual unit, rent and household assistance calculation.
This page exists because landlords in Salem list on VoucherMatch. Rent limits are HUD Fair Market Rent data for Essex County.