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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Bedford

Bedford, NH has 8 affordable and income-based rental properties with 319 total units across the city. Of the 2 properties with inspection scores on record, both rated excellent, signaling well-maintained housing stock. Options here are limited, so searching nearby communities is a smart move if you need more choices.

8
Properties
319
Total units
97/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability

Affordability in Bedford, NH

Bedford does not have median rent, median household income, or renter share figures available in our current data for this city. The 5 HUD-assisted and income-based properties in Bedford represent a limited but important source of below-market housing in an area where affordable options can be difficult to find.

Census ACS
🛡️ Safety
8 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Bedford Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 8 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 7 · Car-Dependent

Getting Around Bedford

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Bedford scores a 7 out of 100 (Car-Dependent), with a Bike Score of 29 out of 100. No Transit Score is available, reflecting the limited public transit options in this area. Residents should plan on needing a personal vehicle for most errands and appointments.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
6 schools · 1 districts

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 6 public schools serve Bedford across 1 district, including 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high school. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living

Cost of Living in Bedford, NH

Bedford is widely recognized as one of the higher-cost communities in New Hampshire. Affordable and income-based housing here can offer significant savings compared to market-rate rents in the area.

The DATA provided does not include a median household income figure for Bedford. For current income estimates, visit the Census ACS 5-Year data available at data.census.gov.

  • Assisted properties in Bedford: 5 buildings with 158 total units
  • Program types: Units may include HUD-assisted, Section 8, and LIHTC housing, each with its own income eligibility and rent rules
  • Rent limits: Income-based rents are set by program guidelines, not local market conditions, which can make them especially valuable in a higher-cost city

To see whether you qualify for a specific property, check the individual listing for program type and income limits. Eligibility is calculated as a percentage of the Area Median Income (AMI) set by HUD for the greater Manchester-Nashua area.

BEA / BLS
🌊 Environment & risk

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 5 HUD-assisted properties in Bedford have been mapped for flood risk. Of those, 1 property falls within a high-risk flood zone. If flood exposure is a concern for your household, ask the property manager whether flood insurance or other protections are in place before signing a lease.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 97/100(2 of 8 scored)
90+ (2)No score (6)

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Your rights & resources

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About Affordable Housing in Bedford, NH

Bedford is a small New Hampshire town with a modest inventory of HUD-assisted and income-based rental housing. The sections below summarize what renters should know about the properties, safety, schools, and getting around before applying.

Property Overview

Bedford has 5 income-based rental properties totaling 158 units. Of the 2 properties with HUD inspection scores on record, both rated Excellent.

Flood Risk

All 5 mapped properties have been assessed for flood zone exposure. 1 property falls within a high-risk flood zone, so renters there should ask about flood insurance requirements and building preparedness.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer data (2024), Bedford reported a violent crime rate of 8 per 100,000 residents, based on figures from the Bedford Police Department.

Schools

Bedford is served by 1 school district with 6 public schools -- 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high school -- according to NCES Common Core of Data.

Getting Around

Bedford scores a 7 (Car-Dependent) for walkability and 29 for bikeability, according to Walk Score, so most residents will need a vehicle for daily errands.

Eligibility & how to apply

New Hampshire income limits (2026)New Hampshire public housing authoritiesSection 8 waitlists in New Hampshire

Helpful guides

How Section 8 Vouchers WorkWhat Is Income-Based Housing?How to Apply for Affordable HousingSection 8 vs. LIHTCUnderstanding HUD Inspection ScoresHow Affordable Housing Waitlists Work
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