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State Public Housing (CHAMP)
Dedham Housing Authority-owned residences provide affordable rental housing for eligible low- and moderate-income individuals and families in the Town of Dedham. DHA operates 6 housing communities totaling 317 units, including both elderly/disabled and family housing properties located throughout the community.
Affordable Housing for Families, Seniors, and Individuals with Disabilities
The Dedham Housing Authority (DHA) owns and manages affordable rental housing through the Massachusetts State Public Housing Program. These homes provide safe, quality, and affordable housing for eligible low-income households, including families, older adults, and individuals with disabilities.
Unlike the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program, State Public Housing consists of apartments and homes that are owned and maintained by the Dedham Housing Authority. Eligible residents pay an affordable rent based on their household income in accordance with state regulations. State-funded public housing is administered locally by DHA and overseen by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC).
Public Housing Properties Administered by DHA
Dedham Housing Authority owns and manages several state-funded housing communities serving seniors, families, and individuals with disabilities. Property availability varies, and waiting lists may apply.
Parkway Court
Housing Type: Elderly
25 One- Bedroom Apartments
Built in 1959
Doggett Circle
Housing Type: Elderly
80 one-bedroom apartments
Built in 1969
O'Neil Drive
Housing Type: Elderly
100 one-bedroom apartments
Built in 1977
Veterans Road
Housing Type: Family
78 two- and three-bedroom apartments
Built in 1948
Parker Staples Road
Housing Type: Family
26 three-bedroom apartments
Built in 1950
Hitchens Drive
Housing Type:
Single-family residence serving Department of Mental Health clients
Built in 1994
Public Housing
How it Works?
Applying for State Public Housing is designed to be straightforward.
Submit an Application
Complete a Common Housing Application for Massachusetts Programs (CHAMP). One application allows you to apply to multiple participating local housing authorities across Massachusetts.
Select Your Preferred Communities
During the application, choose the communities and housing authorities where you would like to live, including Dedham Housing Authority.
Join the Waiting List
Eligible applicants are placed on waiting lists for the housing programs they selected. Placement is determined according to state regulations and applicable preferences.
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Housing Offer
When a unit becomes available and your name reaches the top of the waiting list, DHA will contact you to verify eligibility and complete the final screening process before offering housing.
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Keep Your Application Current
After applying, you should regularly update your CHAMP application whenever your:
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Address changes
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Phone number changes
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Email changes
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Household members change
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Income changes
Keeping your information current helps ensure you receive important notices regarding your application.
Need Assistance with your Application?
If you need assistance completing an application or require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, our staff are available to answer questions and provide guidance throughout the application process.
