Housing

Supportive housing units for women & children

Single Room & Two Bedroom Housing Options

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Abby’s House operates 72 single room supportive housing units for women and 7 two-bedroom apartments for women and children in three buildings in Worcester.

Accessing Housing

Waitlist applications for Single Room Occupancy (SRO) units and Two-Bedroom Apartments are available. Please complete the appropriate form in its entirety and mail back to:

Abby Kelley Foster House Inc.
Management Office
52 High Street
Worcester, MA 01609

If you have any questions regarding the application, please contact Director of Housing, at 508-756-5486 x220.

Single Room Occupancy (SRO) Units

Eligibility
  • No use of alcohol or illegal substances
  • Evidence of ability to maintain safe and decent living conditions
  • Meets income requirements
  • Evidence of ability to pay rent on time
  • Women only
Rent/Lease
  • Monthly rent is $550-$625
  • Rental assistance may be available according to income
  • Housing vouchers are accepted
  • Lease is for one year
  • No pets
Utilities/Appliances
  • Heat, water, and electric are included in the rent
  • Tenant is responsible for cable and telephone
  • Room is furnished with bed, bureau, and small fridge
Amenities
  • Advocacy and support services available
  • Membership to the Abby’s House Women’s Center
  • Coin-op washer and dryer onsite
  • Fenced outdoor courtyard
  • Security cameras
  • Limited parking; parking garages nearby
Housing Double Room

Affordable, 2-Bedroom Apartments

Eligibility
  • No use of alcohol or illegal substances
  • Evidence of ability to maintain safe and decent living conditions
  • Income between $15,000 and $40,000
  • Evidence of ability to pay rent on time
  • Women and children
Rent/Lease
  • Monthly rent is $1,036
  • Housing vouchers are accepted
  • Rental assistance from Abby’s House may be available according to income
  • Lease is for one year
  • No pets
Utilities/Appliances
  • Heat and water are included in the rent
  • Tenant is responsible for electric, cable, and telephone
  • Stove, refrigerator, and microwave included
  • Tenant is responsible for all other furnishings
Amenities
  • Advocacy and support services available
  • Membership to the Abby’s House Women’s Center
  • Coin-op washer and dryer onsite
  • Fenced backyard
  • Security cameras
  • One parking space per unit available onsite
Housing Single Room
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