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The official Bluesky account for the Boston Mayor’s Office of Housing. We're responsible for developing affordable housing, housing the homeless, and real estate. boston.gov/departments/housing

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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 15/09/2026
The City of Boston Child-Friendly Housing Design Challenge is now accepting submissions! Submit your child-friendly housing design for a chance to win $10K and be featured in the City’s design library. Submissions are due by November 15, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Learn more: boston.gov/cfh-design-challenge
Boston's Child-Friendly Housing Design Challenge invites architects and builders to submit designs for a $10,000 prize, open Sept 15 to Nov 15, 2026.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 14/09/2026
This is the final week to offer your thoughts and feedback on the draft Eviction Prevention Action Plan. What would help to keep Bostonians safely and stably housed? Available now in multiple languages at boston.gov/eviction-plan. Open comment closes this Friday, September 18.
Draft Eviction Prevention Action Plan now available for public comment. What would help keep people safely housed in your neighborhood? Review the plan and tell us what you think at boston.gov/eviction-plan
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 03/09/2026
Moving into a new apartment? Before you unpack, take a few simple steps to protect yourself. Have questions about your housing rights or responsibilities? The City of Boston’s Office of Housing Stability is here to help. Call 617-635-4200.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 01/09/2026
Just moved to Boston- are you sharing an apartment or home with roommates? The City’s Shared Living Guidebook has helpful resources to make shared living a little easier, including a budgeting tool, Shared Living Agreement assistance, and dispute mediation. Check it out! ➡️ bit.ly/4vPk1ey
Boston's Shared Living Guidebook offers resident feedback and expert tips for harmonious shared living.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 27/08/2026
We're proud to welcome new homeowners to 43 Hemenway Street. 🎉 This project transformed an existing brick row house into six renovated, income-restricted condos.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 19/08/2026
We want to hear from you 🫵 Help the Office of Housing Stability to build an Eviction Prevention Action Plan that will work for you and your neighbors. The draft plan and summary are available now in multiple languages at boston.gov/eviction-plan. Open comment closes September 18.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 17/08/2026
Don't forget, if you are thinking about buying a home in Boston. Join the #BostonHomeCenter tomorrow, August 18th, from 4:30–6:30 PM at 26 Court Street for a Homeownership Drop-In Session. Get answers and learn about resources to help you buy a home. Learn more: bit.ly/homeownershi...
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 03/08/2026
Tomorrow, August 4th the Office of Housing Stability's virtual legal clinic has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience. We will be holding our next virtual Legal Clinic on Tuesday, August 11th, at 5:30 p.m., and we hope you will be able to join us. Please RSVP:➡️ bit.ly/OHSLegalClinic
Virtual Legal Clinic hosted by Boston Office of Housing Stability scheduled for August 4, 2026, 5:30-7 PM, now cancelled.Virtual Legal Clinic hosted by Boston Office of Housing Stability scheduled for August 4, 2026, 5:30-7 PM, is now cancelled.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 30/07/2026
Next Tuesday's virtual legal clinic has been cancelled. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. We will be holding our next virtual Legal Clinic on Tuesday, August 11, at 5:30 p.m., and we hope you will be able to join us. Sign up here: bit.ly/OHSLegalClinic
The Office of Housing Stability's August 4 virtual legal clinic has been cancelled. Please join us on Tuesday, August 11 instead. We apologize for any inconvenience.La clínica legal virtual de la Oficina de Estabilidad de la Vivienda programada para el 4 de agosto ha sido cancelada. Le invitamos a participar el martes 11 de agosto en su lugar. Lamentamos cualquier inconveniente.
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Boston Environment Department @environment.boston.gov · 30/07/2026
This Sunday, give your broken household items a second chance at a free Fixit Clinic. Fixit coaches will teach you how to mend clothes and repair items 🔨👕. All are welcome, learn more at Boston.gov/fixit-clinics/. @boston.gov #boston #bostonma #fixitclinic
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 30/07/2026
The new income-restricted housing report is an update on the City of Boston’s progress toward making Boston a more affordable place to live. Read the full report at boston.gov/housing#report
The new Income-Restricted Housing Report finds that Boston has a significant supply of income-restricted housing. 61,421 units are income-restricted - nearly 1 out of every 5! With red house image
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 29/07/2026
The #BostonHomeCenter wants to help lower your utility bills and make your home more energy-efficient. The @boston.gov's Home Center offers financial assistance and resources through the HomeWorks Green Loan Program, which helps homeowners make energy-efficient repairs. bit.ly/BHCGreenLoan
HomeWorks Green Loan Program offers up to $70k for eligible Boston homeowners to reduce utility costs and improve home energy efficiency.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 27/07/2026
Once a month, the @boston.gov Office of Housing Stability hosts their Legal Clinic for small landlords and tenants in person at a Branch of the Boston Public Library. This month, the in-person Legal Clinic is tomorrow, July 28th, at 5:30 PM at the Grove Hall Library. RSVP here: bit.ly/4xb3dQt
Flyer for Boston's Office of Housing Stability Legal Clinic on July 28, 2026, at Grove Hall Branch, offering free legal help for small landlords and tenants.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 21/07/2026
Don't forget that the Boston Home Center's Homeownership Drop-In Session is today, July 21st, from 4:30–6:00 PM at 26 Court Street. Learn about our Co-Purchasing Housing Pilot Program and how the Home Center can help eligible households receive funding. boston.gov/co-purchasing bit.ly/4vFnP1O
Flyer inviting residents to Homeownership Drop-in Sessions held every 3rd Tuesday from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. Next session: July 21, 2026 at 4:30 to 6:00pm at 26 Court Street.
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Boston Community Engagement Cabinet @communityengagement.boston.gov · 20/07/2026
Hold up, registration for We the People Civic Summit 2026 is officially open! 🤩 Register now at boston.gov/civic-summit!  #CivicSummit #Boston #WeThePeople
Graphic with text: We the People Mayor Michelle Wu's Boston Civic Summit taking place on August 1, 2026. Registration now open at boston.gov/civic-summit
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 20/07/2026
7 Dana Ave is now accepting rental housing lottery applications! There are 5 units in the lottery at 70% AMI. To learn more, visit boston.gov/metrolist. Register for the virtual information session on July 28 at 3pm here: bit.ly/7DanaVirtual...
Digital rendering of 7 Dana Ave, a modern multi-story building in Hyde Park.5 units available: 3 1-bedrooms and 2 2-bedrooms available for those making 70% Area Media Income. Deadline: August 5, 2026. Apply at boston.gov/metrolistVirtual info session on 7 Dana Ave hosted by Maloney Properties and Boston's Mayor's Office of Housing on July 28 at 3pm. Register at bit.ly/7DanaVirtualInfoSession
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Boston Community Engagement Cabinet @communityengagement.boston.gov · 16/07/2026
Danielle Johnson, Director of the Office of Housing Stability, will facilitate a conversation on how the City works to keep residents in their homes and prevent displacement across our neighborhoods through the Eviction Prevention Action Plan. #CivicSummit2026 #Boston #Housing #WeThePeople
Graphic Featuring Danielle Johnson and text: Keeping Boston Housed: Community Conversation on Housing Stability & Eviction Prevention
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Boston Community Engagement Cabinet @communityengagement.boston.gov · 16/07/2026
Paige Roosa, Director of the Mayor's Housing Innovation Lab, will join Director of Housing Stability Danielle Johnson to discuss how the City is working to keep Bostonians housed through the Eviction Prevention Action Plan. #CivicSummit2026 #Boston #EvictionPrevention #HousingStability #WeThePeople
Graphic featuring Paige Roosa with the text: Keeping Boston House: A Community Conversation on Housing Stability & Eviction Prevention with Paige Roosa the Director of the Housing Innovation Lab.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 16/07/2026
Looking for help buying or renovating a home in Boston? Meet with the #BostonHomeCenter team at their Homeownership Drop-In Session on July 21st from 4:30–6:30 PM at 26 Court Street. Learn about programs and resources to help with your housing goals. boston.gov/co-purchasing ow.ly/KT8x50Z8Z07
Flyer inviting residents to Homeownership Drop-in Sessions held every 3rd Tuesday from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. Next session: July 21, 2026 at 4:30 to 6:00pm at 26 Court Street.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 16/07/2026
#ICYMI the @dotnews.bsky.social story about our partner Madison Park Development Corporation's 75 Dudley Street groundbreaking and topping-off. The project will create 15 affordable homes, allowing more residents to own a home in Boston. Read @yawumiller.bsky.social's story here: ow.ly/mMG950ZoiIl
Group of nine people wearing hard hats at the 75 Dudley Street construction site with a tall concrete structure and steel beams in the background.A group of people signing a long white steel beam outdoors on a sunny day at 75 Dudley Street construction site. White metal steel beam  with handwritten names including Reclaim Rob Duty, Chuck Turner, Sheila Dillon, and Norm Stumbridge, plus a simple tree drawing.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 13/07/2026
Thinking about buying or renovating a home in Boston? Stop by the #BostonHomeCenter's Homeownership Drop-In Session on July 21, from 4:30–6:00 PM at 26 Court Street. Our team can answer your questions and connect you with helpful homeownership resources. Learn more: boston.gov/co-purchasing
Flyer inviting residents to Homeownership Drop-in Sessions held every 3rd Tuesday from 4:30 to 6:30 PM focusing on Boston's Co-Purchasing program. Next session: July 21, 2026 at 4:30 to 6:00pm at 26 Court Street.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 07/07/2026
Tonight's virtual legal clinic has been cancelled. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. We will be holding our next virtual Legal Clinic on Tuesday, July 14, at 5:30 p.m., and we would be happy to assist you then. We hope you will be able to join us. Sign up here: bit.ly/OHSLegalClinic
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Boston Environment Department @environment.boston.gov · 03/07/2026
Homeowners! Consider switching to solar panels with @housing.boston.gov's Solar Loan Pilot Program, those who qualify can receive up to $25,000 in 0% deferred-interest financing. Install rooftop solar panels & reduce your monthly energy costs! @boston.gov Link: www.boston.gov/news/boston-...
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 01/07/2026
Extreme heat can be dangerous. @mayorwu.boston.gov has declared a heat emergency for Boston. Please look out for our unhoused neighbors and anyone who may be vulnerable to the heat. If someone appears to be in distress, call 911 immediately. More information: www.boston.gov/news/city-bo...
Excessive heat warning for Boston from July 1 to July 3 with forecasted heat index between 105° and 112°.
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City of Boston @boston.gov · 30/06/2026
Alert: @mayorwu.boston.gov has issued an excessive heat warning in the City of Boston from Wednesday, July 1, through Friday, July 3, due to the current weather forecasts. Visit boston.gov/heat to learn more about the warning and how to stay safe and cool this week.
graphic with text declaring an excessive heat warning in the city of boston
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 01/07/2026
Applications for the homeownership lottery at 1 Taber Street are now open! There are 1 and 2 bedroom units at 80% AMI, and 80% to 100% AMI. Learn more at boston.gov/metrolist. Join a virtual information session on July 7 at 3 PM: bit.ly/1TaberVirtua...
Digital rendering of a modern multi-story residential building in Boston offering income-restricted homeownership at 1 Taber.7 affordable housing units available: three 1-bedroom and four 2-bedroom apartments for 80%-100% area median income. Deadline: July 16, 2026. Visit boston.gov/metrolist for more infoWant to learn more? Join us for a virtual info session on Tuesday, July 7 at 3 pm. Register at bit.ly/1TaberVirtualInfoSession
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Boston Environment Department @environment.boston.gov · 30/06/2026
Amazing! Creating a more energy efficient Boston 😎
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 30/06/2026
Learn more and sign up at boston.gov/homecenter
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Boston Home Center
The Boston Home Center Offers:
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 30/06/2026
Join us for a workshop on the NEW Solar Loan Pilot Program on July 9 at 6 PM! We'll explain the fundamentals of solar power generation, how net metering connects your panels to the local grid, and how solar energy can contribute to lowering your monthly energy costs.
Boston Home Center offers a new Solar Loan program with up to $25,000 in loans for rooftop solar installation with 0% deferred-interest and forgivable terms. Learn more at boston.gov/homecenter
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 30/06/2026
Thank you to Jamaica Plain NDC, Causeway Development, and MassHousing for helping create these new income-restricted homes in Jamaica Plain 🏠🩵
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 30/06/2026
The building follows passive house energy-efficiency standards, allowing the project to promote sustainability to help decrease long-term utility costs for residents.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 30/06/2026
Highlights from last week's celebration of the Grand Opening of Brookley Flats - 45 new homeownership units in Jamaica Plain. This development utilized a brand new model of prioritizing first–generation home buyers and creating a mix of unit types - including 5 artist live-work homes!
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 29/06/2026
The City of Boston's Office of Housing Stability’s free in-person legal clinic at the Grove Hall Library is tomorrow, Tuesday, June 30th, at 5:30 PM. Renters and small landlords can speak with attorneys and OHS staff for free housing-related legal support. Please RSVP here: ➡️ ow.ly/qiXp50Y1gJ2
Flyer for Boston's Office of Housing Stability Legal Clinic on June 30, 2026, 5:30-7 PM at Grove Hall Branch, Boston Public Library. / Legal clinic event on June 30 at Boston Public Library offering housing stability services in Spanish for small owners and tenants.Flyer for Boston's Office of Housing Stability Legal Clinic on June 30, 2026, 5:30-7 PM at Grove Hall Branch, Boston Public Library. Legal clinic event on June 30th at Boston Public Library's Grove Hall branch offering housing stability services in Spanish for small owners and tenants.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 26/06/2026
Do you want to buy a home in Boston? Team up with friends and family to buy a home with help from the City of Boston's Co-Purchasing Pilot! The City of Boston's #BostonHomeCenter provides guidance and support to help you buy a home with others. Learn more here: ow.ly/GGGS50VCHH5. #HomeownershipMonth
City of Boston's co-purchasing pilot helps friends, couples, and families combine incomes to buy homes more easily.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 25/06/2026
The building is now officially completed and has started welcoming new residents. Thank you to our partners for the tour and the hard work that went into this meaningful project. Unit lotteries are now complete - but waitlist applications will be accepted at 41lagrangerental.com/applytoday1.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 25/06/2026
Last week, we toured 41 LaGrange Street and saw firsthand all of the incredible work that went into this development. 41 LaGrange Street is a brand new 19-story residential tower in downtown Boston, with 126 income-restricted rental units - including 70 Permanent Supportive Housing Units (PSH).
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 22/06/2026
Need help navigating a housing issue? The City of Boston's Office of Housing Stability is hosting a free Virtual Legal Clinic tomorrow Tuesday, June 23 at 5:30 PM. Renters and small landlords can register here ➡️ ow.ly/qiXp50Y1gJ2
Need help navigating a housing issue?  The City of Boston's  Office of Housing Stability is hosting a free Virtual Legal Clinic tomorrow Tuesday, June 23 at 5:30 PM. Renters and small landlords can register here ➡️ ow.ly/qiXp50Y1gJ2Virtual legal clinic on June 23 from 5:30 to 7 PM offering free legal help for small landlords and tenants in Boston.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 18/06/2026
#ICYMI: Our Team joined @madisonparkdc yesterday to celebrate the Topping Off of 75 Dudley in Nubian Square. This project will create 15 new condominiums, enabling residents to own their homes in Roxbury. Learn more here: ➡️ www.boston.gov/news/city-bo...
A group of people outdoors leaning over steel beam, at 75 Dudey Street in Roxbury signing beam before it is hosted to the top of the building under a sunny sky.Group of nine people in hard hats at a construction site holding shovels for a groundbreaking ceremony at 75 Dudley Street in Roxbury.Boston's Housing Chief speaking at the Topping Off and Groundbreaking for 75 Dudley Street. Steel beam being lifted by a crane at a construction site with workers and scaffolding around a concrete foundation at the Topping Off for 75 Dudley Street in Roxbury.
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City of Boston @boston.gov · 18/06/2026
Due to the likelihood of high winds and concerns about public safety, the FIFA Fan Festival™ will be closed today, Thursday, June 18.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 16/06/2026
We’re grateful that the ONE+Boston program has helped so many families to find homes in the neighborhoods they love. Could you be next? Visit boston.gov/homebuyer to start your homeownership journey. #HomeownershipMonth
Graphic with a photo of a family happy with text 1000 Boston Families Became Homeowners Through the One+Boston Homebuyer Program.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 15/06/2026
Boston renters and landlords, the @cityofBoston has a Shared Living Guidebook with information on rental agreements, mediation, and budgeting resources. Learn more about shared living agreements here: ow.ly/JKen50Z1iiP
City of Boston's Shared Living Resources flyer offering guides and templates for landlords and renters to improve shared living arrangements.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 12/06/2026
Struggling with your mortgage? Don't face it alone! The City of Boston's #BostonHomeCenter offers FREE, confidential support through the Foreclosure Prevention Program. Learn how to protect your home from the Boston Home Center today: ➡️ow.ly/Sh2W50XgvwS #HomeownershipMonth
The Boston Home Center offers free, confidential foreclosure prevention and home preservation counseling for those struggling with mortgage payments.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 11/06/2026
The #BostonHomeCenter wants to help lower your utility bills and make your home more energy-efficient. The Boston, MA offers financial assistance and resources through the HomeWorks Green Loan Program helps homeowners make energy-efficient repairs. bit.ly/BostonGreenLoans #HomeownershipMonth
Green HomeWorks loan program offers up to $70k for eligible Boston homeowners to reduce utility costs and improve energy efficiency.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 11/06/2026
218–220 Old Colony is now accepting applications for its rental lottery! Interested applicants are encouraged to attend a virtual information session on June 22 at 3:00 PM. Register here: bit.ly/218OldColonyInfoSession Learn more and apply at boston.gov/metrolist. Search: Old Colony
Modern multi-story apartment building in Southie offering income-restricted rental units at 218-220 Old Colony Avenue.Modern multi-story apartment building in Southie offering 5 income-restricted rental units at 218-220 Old Colony Avenue.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 10/06/2026
It's #HomeownershipMonth. If you're planning on buying or renovating a home in Boston? Reach out to the City of Boston #BostonHomeCenter at their Homeownership Drop-In Sessions. Get expert advice at the Drop-In Session on June 16th from 4:30 to 6:00 PM. Learn more: ow.ly/KT8x50Z8Z07
Flyer inviting residents to Homeownership Drop-in Sessions every 3rd Tuesday from 4:30-6:30 PM at 26 Court Street, Boston.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 09/06/2026
Do you want to buy an affordable condo in Boston? Enter the lottery for condos at 1 Harbor Shore Drive! Applications due by June 16. Join the info session tomorrow, June 10th! $200K-$420K for first-time, income-eligible buyers. Learn more & apply here: bit.ly/1HarborShore... #HomeownershipMonth
Income -Restricted Homeownership Opportunity: 1 Harbor Shore Drive.Interested in Learning More  About 1 Harbor Shore Drive? Join Maloney Properties and the Mayor's Office of Housing for an Information Session on June 10th at 3pm.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 09/06/2026
Boston renters and landlords in Boston, check out the City of Boston's Shared Living Guidebook! Get resources on agreements, mediation & budgeting. Learn more on our website here: ow.ly/JKen50Z1iiP
City of Boston's Shared Living Resources guide helps landlords and renters improve cohabitation with practical tools and expert advice.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 08/06/2026
The #BostonHomeCenter offers home repair programs and funding to help income-eligible residents make home improvements. From replacing heating systems and removing lead to making green upgrades and repairing roofs or porches, help is available here: ow.ly/EG1c50VXaFO #HomeownershipMonth
Boston Home Center offers income-eligible homeowners loans and help for home repairs, energy upgrades, and lead removal.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 08/06/2026
Housing questions? We’re here to help. Join the @housing.boston.gov Office of Housing Stability’s free Virtual Legal Clinic on Tuesday, June 9, at 5:30 PM. Renters and small landlords can receive free legal guidance. Register for the Legal Clinic here: ➡️ ow.ly/qiXp50Y1gJ2.
Flyer for Boston's Office of Housing Stability Legal Clinic offering a free virtual workshop on June 9, 2026, from 5:30 to 7 PM for small landlords and tenants.Virtual legal clinic on June 9 from 5:30 to 7 PM offering free interpretation services in Spanish for Boston residents and property owners.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 04/06/2026
June is #NationalHomeownershipMonth! Start your #homebuying journey with the Office of Housing’s First-Time Homebuyer (HB101) class. HB101 covers everything from building your #homebuying team to mortgage rates, closing costs, and down payment assistance. Learn more here: ow.ly/vLOo50W2vvq.
Row of residential homes under a clear blue sky in a Boston neighborhood during National Homeownership Month in June.
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