Mandela Homes

150 Northampton St, Boston, MA 02118 · also known as Hampton House

Mandela Homes is a housing for older adults at 150 Northampton St in South End, Boston, MA 02118, with 276 apartments, built in 1973.

At a glance

• 276 apartments (HUD’s multifamily property records)
• Built in 1973
• Bedrooms: 42 studio, 35 1-bedroom, 1 2-bedroom

No homes in Mandela Homes are listed right now. Ask Benjamin Realty to tell you when one comes on the market.

Income-restricted housing

Mandela Homes is in Federal public housing, HUD project-based Section 8, with 276 HUD-assisted units. Designation: Elderly/disabled (state designation).

HUD's last physical inspection score: 96 out of 100 (2025-06-09).

Boston Housing Authority: how to apply, waitlists and income limits. How housing assistance works in Massachusetts.

Getting around

Walkability: 100 out of 100, from how close everyday places are.

Closest train and subway stops:

• Massachusetts Avenue (MBTA Orange Line), 0.5 mi
• Ruggles (MBTA Orange Line Franklin/Foxboro Line Needham Line), 0.6 mi
• Symphony (MBTA Green Line E), 0.6 mi

Closest bus stops:

• Washington St @ Massachusetts Ave (MBTA 8 SL4 SL5), under 0.1 mi
• Massachusetts Ave @ Washington St (MBTA 1), under 0.1 mi
• Nubian (MBTA 1 8 14), 0.6 mi

Public schools nearby

• Hurley K-8 School (elementary, grades PK–8), 0.2 mi
• Carter School (high, grades 7–12), 0.4 mi

The district decides which school serves an address. Distances are straight-line.

Questions about Mandela Homes

How many units are in Mandela Homes?

Mandela Homes has 276 apartments, according to HUD’s multifamily property records.

When was Mandela Homes built?

Mandela Homes was built in 1973.

Are there homes for sale or rent in Mandela Homes right now?

None are listed at the moment. Benjamin Realty can tell you when a home in Mandela Homes comes on the market.

What is the closest T or train station to Mandela Homes?

Massachusetts Avenue (MBTA Orange Line) is 0.5 miles away, in a straight line.

Is Mandela Homes income-restricted housing?

Yes. Mandela Homes is in Federal public housing, HUD project-based Section 8, with 276 assisted units. Apply through Boston Housing Authority.

Buildings near Mandela Homes

• Grant Manor Apartments — 1855 Washington St, 202 apartments, 0.1 mi
• Robert L Fortes House — 564 Massachusetts Ave, 69 apartments, 0.1 mi
• Washington Manor — 26 Worcester St, 84 apartments · 2 listed now, 0.1 mi
• South End Apartments Renovation Project — 216 Northampton St, 83 apartments, 0.2 mi
• Camden Apartments — 85 Lenox St, 102 apartments, 0.2 mi
• Harrison Tower — 860 Harrison Ave, 97 apartments, 0.2 mi
• South End Tenants Houses I — 106 W Concord St, 100 apartments, 0.2 mi
• Northampton Tower — 35 Northampton St, 240 apartments, 0.2 mi

More: all 300 large buildings in Boston · Boston homes for sale and rent · South End neighborhood guide

Sources

• HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties
• Housing authority development tables (EOHLC annual plans and authority sites)
• HUD Public Housing Developments
• OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL)

Assessed values and sales are public records from municipal assessors. An assessed value is set for taxation and may differ from market value. Data checked 2026-11-02.

To ask about homes in Mandela Homes or book a showing, call Benjamin Realty at (617) 734-5050 or email [email protected].