Radius

exterior building at 530 Western Avenue
  • exterior building at 530 Western Avenue
  • beautiful bedroom at 530 Western Avenue
  • open concept kitchen and living room with hardwood floors at 530 Western Avenue
  • spacious outdoor patio with tv and furniture at 530 Western Avenue
  • fitness center with large windows at 530 Western Avenue
BPDA APARTMENT RENTALS

Radius

530 Western Avenue, Boston, MA, USA

Radius, BPDA Income Restricted Apartments, located in Brighton, MA. Enjoy a quick cup of coffee or host a dinner party in a sleek and inviting kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, under cabinet lighting and quartz countertops. With spacious walk-in closets and in-home washer and dryer units, sit back and relax with the latest in home technology like the Nest thermostat, smart phone enabled keyless entry and USB outlet ports. All homes are equipped with high efficiency water fixtures and ventilation systems that limit indoor contaminants to support a green lifestyle.

FEATURES

Package Service
Wi-Fi at Pool and Clubhouse
Pet Washing Station
Car Charging Station
Elevator
Lounge
Conference Room
Fitness Center
Spa
Bike Storage
Roof Terrace
Grill

fitness center with large windows at 530 Western Avenue

NEIGHBORHOOD

Radius is situated in a burgeoning hot spot at the convergence of five of the hottest Boston neighborhoods offering a wide range of food, drink and entertainment scenes. Just outside your door, you can enjoy the idyllic Charles River Reservation or take a short stroll to a variety of restaurants, shops, cafes and a convenient grocery store. Or, check out Boston Landing, the new practice home of the Bruins and Celtics.

-At the nexus of Allston, Brighton, Watertown, Cambridge and Boston.
-Charles River Reservation
-Short stroll to to Boston Landing’s T Station, Bruin’s and Celtic’s practice facility and rink, restaurants, grocery stores and coffee shops.
-Nearby Arsenal Yards Shopping Center.
-Easy access to area employers including New Balance, WGBH, Harvard Business School, St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, Athena Health and Bose.

FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED / PROCESS

Please note, this is not a lottery. Applications for Radius are processed on a first come, first served basis, as apartments become available.

If there is no current availability, applications are added to the waiting list and initially reviewed upon receipt to ensure completion and proper documentation only. Applications will then be reviewed for eligibility when they are reached on the waiting list.

Applicants will be emailed upon receipt of their application and upon each application review. Please check your email regularly. 

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY / AVAILABILITY & ELIGIBILITY

Radius is a mixed-income community offering BPDA affordable apartment rentals. Eligibility and income restrictions apply. Find current availability and income limits in the table below.

Minimum income limits apply unless the household receives mobile housing assistance (including, but not limited to: VASH, Section 8 and MRVP).

  • Program: Boston and Planning Development Agency (BPDA)
  • Number of income-restricted apartments:
  • Apartment sizes: Studio, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom
  • ADA accessible apartments: N/A- Built out for persons with mobility and deaf/hard of hearing impairments
  • Maximum Income limits: 70% AMI (Area Median Income)
  • Asset limit: 70% AMI: $75,000 Asset Limits do not include retirement but do include the assessed value of real estate owned by applicants. For households in which all members are over 65, the asset limit is $250,000 (including retirement)

Current Rental Availability

Property# BedsRentMinimum IncomeIncome Limit (AMI)Units Available
Marquee2-Bedroom $1,879$45,09680%1
The Avens 1-Bedroom$2,233$66,99080%3
Bremen 282 3 Bedroom (Artist-Certified Only Unit) $1,678$50,34060% 1
The BonMicro 2-Bedroom $2,792$83,760.00120%1
Jefferson Station2-Bedroom$2,452$73,56080%1
Ellington2-Bedroom $1,943$58,29080%1
Lux1-Bedroom$1,855$55,65080%3
John J Meany Senior Housing (62+ Only)1-Bedroom (LIHTC & Section 8)30% of IncomeNone8%8
John J Meany Senior Housing (62+ Only)1-Bedroom (LIHTC & MRVP)30% of IncomeNone30%5
John J Meany Senior Housing (62+ Only)1-Bedroom (LIHTC & MRVP)30% of IncomeNone50%5
John J Meany Senior Housing (62+ Only)1-Bedroom (LIHTC Only)$1,510$2,07860%26
Emery FlatsStudio $1,909$57,27080%2
The CALA1-Bedroom (Certified Artist-Only Waitlist Unit)--50%1 Certified Artist-Only Waitlist Unit
The CALA1-Bedroom (Certified Artist-Only Waitlist Unit)--80%1 Certified Artist-Only Waitlist Unit
The CALA2-Bedroom (Certified Artist-Only Unit)$1,852$55,56080%1 Certified Artist-Only Unit
Orchards1-Bedroom$2,095$50,28080%1
Orchards2-Bedroom$2,354$56,49680%2
The Artemis at Arlington HeightsStudio$1,834$55,02080%1
Halstead Burlington2-Bedroom$2,600$70,20080%1
South Standard 2-Bedroom (ADA-M Unit)$3,500$84,000150% 1
Prynne Hills1-Bedroom $2,121$63,63080%4
Prynne Hills2-Bedroom $2,325$69,75080%5
525 Linc1 SRO Room in Co-Living 3-Bedroom Suite$1,549$46,470100%5
Essex Landing 1-Bedroom $2,257$67,71080%2
Cable Mills 2-Bedroom Condo$185,000 (Purchase Price)-80%1
Reserve at BurlingtonStudio$1,942$51,26980%1

BPDA Income Limits for 2023

Household Size70% AMI80% AMI90% AMI100% AMI110% AMI120% AMI150% AMI
1 Person$72,730$83,120$93,510$103,900$114,290$124,680$155,850
2 Person $83,160$95,040$106,920$118,800$130,680$142,560$178,200
3 Person$93,520$106,880$120,240$133,600$146,960 $160,320$200,400
4 Person$103,880$118,720$133,560$148,400$163,240$178,080$222,600
5 Person$112,210$128,240$144,270$160,300$176,330$192,360$240,450
6 Person$120,540$137,760$154,980$172,200$189,420$206,640$258,300

NEXT STEPS

The next step is to request a rental application, and then complete and submit your application. Applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. If there is no current vacancy, you’ll be added to our waitlist in the order received.

Request Application

Free language assistance is available for those whose primary language is not English or have limited English proficiency. For more information or reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities, please contact us.

INCOME & ELIGIBILITY QUESTIONS / FAQ

How is my income calculated?
The household income is calculated based on the gross income of the household. Commissions, bonuses and other regular payments are included and considered part of the gross annual income.

I didn’t file taxes last year. What do I need to provide?
Individuals or households who did not file taxes must provide a verification of non-filing from the IRS in lieu of a tax return. To obtain the verification of non-filing, applicants should fill out a 4506-T form and file it by mail or hand-deliver it to an IRS office. The IRS will mail back a letter of verification which must be provided with the income materials given to the marketing agent. See the IRS website to download a 4506-T form.

I received a pay raise between the time I picked up an application and the time I was income certified and now I am over the income limit. What do I do?
Income is calculated at the time the applicant submits an application to the lottery agent, not during the application process or at the time of the lottery. Eligibility must be maintained from the time of the application pick up until after income certification verification. Unfortunately, if an applicant’s income is over the income limit, the applicant will not be eligible for the particular unit for which they applied.

I have children in school/college, how does this affect my application?
Income from children in school/college under the age of 18 is not considered towards the income of the household.

Are student loans considered income?
Student loans are not considered income and may not be used to income qualify.

I am separated from my spouse, does this affect my application?
Legally married couples shall both be considered part of the household, even if separated. Applicants with additional questions regarding this policy must speak with the marketing agent/seller.

I would like to appeal a decision regarding income eligibility. How do I appeal? Applicants who are rejected will receive a rejection letter in writing and will be given 7 days for the opportunity to appeal the decision.

PROPERTY & COMMUNITY QUESTIONS / FAQ

What utilities are included in the rent? No utilities included Is the stove electric or gas?  Electric Is the washer/dryer included? Yes, Included in all units- mostly gas but some are electric due to building constraints. Is parking available? Yes, Garage parking. $200/month (approx.) Is storage available? No storage available What is the pet policy?  Pets are allowed Is there a monthly pet fee? Yes, depending on the animal $50 to $100/mo.   If you have questions about this property, please contact us.

Tel: 617-531-7123 Ext. 767 – US Relay 711
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