Pine Crest

Pine Crest Apartments is a pleasant, safe 114-unit community located in a country setting. One, two, and three bedroom apartments contain oversized living rooms, large bedrooms, walk-in closets, and a balcony or patio. Four bedroom townhouses are also available.

There is also an onsite Resident Service Coordinator to assist residents with a wide range of services and referral information as well as full time property management, maintenance and grounds crew.

For your convenience, units contain appliances, including a dishwasher, garbage disposal, and refrigerator. Laundry hook-ups are in the three and four bedroom apartments.

Pine Crest has ample parking, and is conveniently located close to shopping, schools churches and library. There are laundry rooms in each building and heat and hot water are included in the rent!

Pine Crest has a pool, tennis court, basketball court and a playground.

The New England Affordable Housing Management Association has recognized Pine Crest as a Community of Quality. A Community of Quality is certified as having achieved a high standard of excellence in the way they are managed, the services they provide residents, the experience and training of personnel, and other criteria.

Pine Crest is a smoke-free community and grounds.

One, Two, Three and Four Bedroom Apartments Include:

Safety Rails in Bathroom
Full Kitchen
Spacious Living Areas
Heat/Water
Carpeting
Window Treatments

Building Amenities Include:

24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
Service Coordinator
On-Site Management Staff
Coin Operated Laundry Facilities
Parking
Spacious Community Room with Kitchen

FAQs

We hope this section helps answer a few of the questions you may have. If you have a question not covered in this section, or if you would like more information, please call Pine Crest at (978) 544-7433. We look forward to hearing from you!

What type of housing is Pine Crest? Is it low income housing?

Pine Crest was developed under the HUD Section 236 program. Rent is based on income and rent is determined based on a formula. For more information contact the rental office. Pine Crest also accepts Section 8 vouchers.

What does the rent include?

Monthly rental of the apartment, as well as heat, hot water, & trash. A utility allowance for a one bedroom is $26.00, two bedrooms $48.00, three bedrooms $61.00, and four bedroom is $81.00. This allowance is deducted from the resident’s rent payment (meant to help the resident pay the utility bills). The allowance amount is based on average usage for the apartment and may change annually. Residents will still receive a utility bill (electricity) but the allowance is intended to help pay for this bill. Residents may still be eligible for energy assistance from the state.

Is there a lease?

Yes, there is a one-year lease, but we understand the necessity of unanticipated move-outs.

How many apartments are there?

Pine Crest has a total of 114 apartments.

How big are the apartments?

Pine Crest offers spacious one-bedroom, two-bedroom, three-bedroom and four-bedroom apartments. One-bedroom apartments are approximately 669 square feet, two-bedroom apartments are 1,082 square feet, three-bedroom apartments are 1,237 square feet, and four-bedroom townhouse apartments are 1,477 square feet. Four bedroom apartments also have a patio and porch.

How do I get started with the move-in process?

Simply fill out an application completely, sign it and mail it to the address on the back of the application.

Is there a waiting list for residency?

No. Pine Crest currently has no waiting list.

What is the Security Deposit?

The Security Deposit is the same as one month’s full rent. This deposit is due in full at the signing of the lease.

Do you allow pets?

Pine Crest welcomes you to bring your one small pet along with you.

Is there additional storage space available?

No. There is no additional storage space outside the apartments.

Is there an elevator?

No. There are no elevators at Pine Crest.

Is parking available?

Yes, Pine Crest offers its residents the use of a large parking lot.

What is the cost for parking?

There is no cost for parking.

How many keys do I receive?

Residents receive two sets of apartment keys, a key to a locked mailbox for their apartment, and an access key to the building. Our main entrance is intercom controlled and automatically opens with the key.

Are there any planned activities?

Pine Crest prints a monthly Newsletter showing the dates and times of various activities.

Are there on-site laundry facilities?

There are laundry rooms in the buildings at Pine Crest. Three bedrooms and townhouses have washer dryer hook-ups for resident-provided appliances. The laundry center contains two coin operated washers and two coin operated dryers. The laundry rooms are located on the second floor of each building.

What is the garbage/recycling process?

There are dumpsters located throughout the grounds.

Is there any public transportation available?

Yes, currently the city of Orange has what’s called MART Transport services. The bus stops for pickup conveniently outside your building. There is also a Transit bus stop in the center of town to bring you to neighboring towns.