Housing
The Mayor's Office of Housing helps renters and homeowners find, maintain, and stay in their homes. We're also responsible for developing affordable housing, housing the homeless, and managing the City’s tax-foreclosed real estate.
Contact
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26 Court Street
Boston, MA 02108 -
HoursMonday to Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Affordable Housing Searchers
Start your search with Metrolist, Boston's primary resource to find income-restricted housing currently available in Boston and the Greater Boston area.
Renters
RentersThe Office of Housing Stability helps residents to find and maintain stable, safe, and affordable housing. We help tenants in housing crisis due to fire, natural disaster, eviction, or condemnation. Below are some resources that may help you navigate the eviction process. For more personalized assistance, please reach out at 617-635-4200 or housingstability@boston.gov.
Mold? Broken sink or refrigerator? Unresponsive landlord? Contact the Inspectional Services Department for assistance.
- Tenants are entitled to safe and sanitary housing. Learn more about the minimum requirements that landlords must provide.
- Know your rights as a tenant: top 10 things you need to know as a renter in Boston
If you are facing a housing crisis, contact the Office of Housing Stability.
For Homebuyers
Homebuyers
Just starting out
Starting the homebuying process? Our team is here to help you on your path to homeownership.
- The Homebuyer 101 class is a requirement for our home financing programs. Find a class here.
- Stop by one of our monthly homeownership drop-in sessions to receive personalized support and guidance.
- Check out the Homebuying Journey Guide for a full overview of the homebuying process.
Ready for financing
If you are an income eligible first-time homebuyer, you may qualify for our financial assistance programs. Learn about our programs for homebuyers and submit your application today!
- Learn more about the many financial assistance programs available to homebuyers.
- If you plan to apply for financial assistance, be sure to obtain pre-approval on a mortgage from one of our participating lenders.
- Our Homebuying Support Hub contains a glossary, an overview of our programs, and other technical resources to support you throughout the homebuying process.
Finding an affordable home
Homeownership can change lives, and we're here to help you make that dream a reality.
- Check out Metrolist for affordable homeownership opportunities. Sign up for Metrolist weekly emails to make sure you never miss a new listing.
- The Boston Homes Lottery Program sells affordable homes by lottery to first-time homebuyers. These new homes are moderately priced because they are built on land that was previously owned by the City of Boston.
For Homeowners
Homeowners
Home Repair, Improvement, and ADUs
- We help income-eligible homeowners with loans and technical assistance to repair their homes. Learn more about our home repair programs.
- Learn more about how to build an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in Boston.
Foreclosure Prevention & Intervention
The Boston Home Center offers free foreclosure prevention and intervention counseling and home preservation services.
Boston Home Center Loans
Are you a recipient of a Boston Home Center loan? Loan management documents, including loan standards and policies on refinancing and subordination, are available here.
For Those Experiencing Homelessness
If you are currently experiencing homelessness and need immediate shelter, please contact one of the shelter providers listed at the link to the left — you do not need a referral from our office to access shelter. The Office of Housing Stability can provide information and referrals for other housing resources, but we do not place individuals directly into shelter.
If you’re at immediate risk of becoming homeless, call the Office of Housing Stability at 617-635-4200 (Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.).
For help outside these hours, please contact BOS:311. You can dial 3-1-1 or call 617-635-4500.
For more information, please visit Our Work to End Homelessness.
For Developers
DevelopersThe Mayor's Office of Housing is responsible for the maintenance, site assessment, and disposition of the City’s tax foreclosed and surplus property.
Learn more about how the City of Boston creates affordable housing here.
The Mayor's Office of Housing's policies govern the development of housing, including design requirements, underwriting, loan, and subordination policies, deed-restrictions, covenants, and other compliance matters.
Upcoming Events
Events
Current Reports
Housing Strategy 2025
A policy document to shape Boston's housing future.
Displacement Risk Map
Interactive map that displays data on potential for displacement by area.
Annual Homeless Census
During the annual Homeless Census, volunteers go out to all neighborhoods of Boston to survey and offer shelter and services to people staying on the street.
First Term Report on Housing Accomplishments
Learn about what the Wu administration accomplishments for Bostonians during her first term,
Citywide Land Audit
As one of the largest real estate owners in Boston, the City of Boston has great opportunity to use its property to improve the lives of Bostonians.
HUD Plans and Reports
Please visit our Grants Management page for more information.
Top Pages
Metrolist
Boston's primary resource to find income-restricted housing in the Greater Boston area.
Departments & Divisions
Who we are and what we do.
GrowBoston
The City of Boston's Office of Urban Agriculture.
Housing Innovation Lab
Testing new approaches to housing policy, programs, and design.
Buying City Property
We sell City property to developers who want to make the community better. Learn about the qualifications and process.
Map of our projects and parcels
Explore what we're building in your neighborhood.
Comments & Concerns
Submit your comments and concerns about housing here.
Contact
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26 Court Street
Boston, MA 02108 -
HoursMonday to Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
