Applications now being accepted for Eastern Ave. apartments

MALDEN – Metro North Housing Corporation is developing 14 new affordable studio apartments at 54 Eastern Ave. in Malden. Applications are now available for eligible residents with incomes below $31,150 per year.

The building at 54 Eastern Ave. – now under construction – is designed to provide permanent housing with related services to people who are either homeless or at risk of homelessness. Each studio apartment has its own kitchen and bathroom, along with living/dining/bedroom space. The apartments are located on the third floor of the new development, which will also include a laundry room and common lounge area. The first floor of the building will house a new Bread of Life food pantry and kitchen, as well as community meeting and event space. The second floor will house Bread of Life and Metro North Housing offices. The building is conveniently located near transit and shopping amenities. One available apartment is wheelchair accessible and another is sensory accessible. All apartments have elevator access.

All apartments will receive Mass. Rental Voucher Program subsidies. The apartments will be available for occupancy in early spring 2024.

To get an application call 617-875-9539 or email carolecollins@creativehousingcollaborative.com. Applications can also be picked up at the Salem Towers management office (280 Salem St. in Malden) between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Applications must be received or postmarked by December 15, 2023, by mail to Metro North Housing Corporation c/o Salem Towers-Box C, 280 Salem Street, Malden MA 02148 or by email to carolecollins@creativehousingcollaborative.com. A random lottery of all eligible applications received by the deadline will be conducted in early January.