affordable housing

The YWCA Greater Newburyport was organized in 1883.  We have operated a Women’s Residence at 13 Market Street in Newburyport since 1890 when the industrial revolution necessitated a supportive home base for women coming to the city who were in need of affordable housing, education and job placement. The YWCA grew strong in a changing world in which women played a major role in the newly emerging mill and factory labor force.

Our Women’s Residence program continues to reflect our mission of empowering women. This program offers 11 affordable rooms for women at our 13 Market Street location. Each room is furnished with a bed and dresser and is wired for telephone and cable service (which is activated and paid for by the resident if she so chooses.) Women share bathroom facilities, a large Victorian kitchen, pantry and parlor. Room fees range from $45/week to $100/week depending on the size of the room. Fees are due weekly; move in costs include first week, last week and a security deposit equivalent to one week

Interested women should complete an application form available online or at the YWCA Greater Newburyport and return it with the $20 application fee. Potential residents must have a current source of  income, have the intention of living in the house for at least three months and have the ability to live successfully in a setting that involves significant shared space. The selection process includes a credit report, verification of income, reference checks of previous tenancy and an interview. 

In 1998, the YWCA Greater Newburyport purchased and rehabilitated the house at 11 Market Street in Newburyport. Our Family Residence has four studios and one three-bedroom apartment. Utilities are not included in the rental fee. Rents are due monthly; move in costs include first month, last month and a security deposit equivalent to one month.

Interested tenants should complete an application form available online or at the YWCA Greater Newburyport and return it with the $20 application fee. Potential tenants must have a current source of income and meet low-income criteria. The selection process includes a credit check, verification of income and reference checks of previous tenancy. Preference is given to those facing homelessness.

Return to top

13 Market Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts 01950 | Phone: 978-465-9922 | Fax: 978-465-1076