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Newsletter with information about property tax exemptions and deferral options

Affordable housing has long been a top priority for Cambridge, starting with the City Council. In support of this, the City commits substantial resources and works diligently to address affordable housing needs in the community.

The Affordable Housing Trust has worked to shape housing programs and policies, fund the purchase of residential buildings and development sites for affordable housing developments, and provide funding that preserves and creates affordable housing for low- and moderate-income families in Cambridge. 

Take an in-depth look into the City’s major initiatives for the new fiscal year--from affordable housing to traffic safety.

Newsletter with information about property tax exemptions and deferral options

There are a series of affordable housing developments underway across the city. See some of the highlights.

In this newsletter, readers will learn more about how Cambridge is making affordable housing one of its highest priorities, the ongoing challenges associated with today’s housing market, how policy, zoning, and programming have played important factors in making Cambridge more accessible for new and long-time residents, and where new development is taking place around the city. Learn what resources are available for people seeking to rent in the city, buy a home for the first-time, and/or remain in the community

The Cambridge Housing Authority, a long-time partner of the City, invests in Cambridge families and provides enhanced support to almost 10% of the city population.

Overall, in FY24, the City is dedicating more than $60 million from a variety of sources to address affordable housing and homelessness. The fiscal year 2023 resulted in a number of key accomplishments.

The City offers a number of rental and ownership programs that ease financial burdens, make necessary repairs, and provide educational opportunities.