Affordable Housing in Lynn, MA
Bridgewell provides housing to individuals and families experiencing homelessness throughout the city of Lynn, including those who meet the criteria for chronic homelessness and those living with disabilities. Our housing inventory includes single-room, efficiency, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Approximately 95% of units are subsidized through various HUD contracts, with tenants contributing 30% of their income toward rent.
Eligibility and prioritization for housing placements align with HUD and Continuum of Care guidelines, with a focus on serving individuals who are chronically homeless.
Support services are fully integrated across all housing programs to promote stability, independence, and overall well-being. Through individualized case management, coordination with community partners, and access to clinical and recovery supports, services are tailored to meet each person’s unique needs, strengths, and goals.
For more information please contact:
Bridgewell Affordable Housing
534 Essex Street
Lynn, MA 01902
978-349-3282
To be placed onto the Coordinated Entry waitlist, please contact:
LEO, Inc.
Leading Through Empowering Opportunities
181 Union St, Lynn, MA #209
781-309-5614
HUD Mainstream Housing Choice Voucher Program
Bridgewell administers 200 housing vouchers for very low-income individuals with disabilities and their families. These vouchers can help those in challenging circumstances find safe, suitable, and affordable disability housing for themselves and their families.
Participants must meet income eligibility requirements and present proof of disability to qualify for the program. Bridgewell is a designated housing authority and as such abides by all applicable local and federal requirements.
Affordable Housing Resources
Bridgewell has partnered with GoSection8 to provide accessible affordable housing resources to those in need of assistance. GoSection8 offers an enhanced program for listing rental properties online, providing individuals and families easy online access to affordable housing options near them.
These listings are available for potential Housing Choice Voucher tenants seeking safe and affordable apartment units, duplexes, single-family homes, or townhomes on the private real estate market.