Housing Overview
Housing while stationed at Devens is found in surrounding communities.
The Relocation office will help you with your search to find appropriate,
affordable housing. For information on how to find Government housing, apartments and
homes for rent or purchase, contact the ACS Office,
at (978) 796-3023.
Government Housing
Hanscom AFB
Hanscom Air Force Base located around 25 miles from Devens has on-post housing. Effective 1 May 00, any active duty military except active duty National Guardsmen assigned within a one hour commute time of Hanscom AFB is placed on a consolidated first come first serve priority 2 listing within their respective housing needs category, and offered housing as it becomes available. Hanscom AFB Base Housing office telephone number is 781-225-5638.
Apartment rentals in this area routinely require
first month rent, last month rent, and often a security
deposit equal to one month rent, to be paid prior to
occupancy.
For more Web site information on this subject, visit Hanscom AFB http://www.hanscom.af.mil
Natick Soldier Systems Center
The U.S. Army Natick Soldier Systems Center has a number of housing areas in the region, including sites within 30 minutes of Fort Devens. Any active duty military assigned within a one hour commute time of USAG Natick is placed on a first come first serve priority 2 listing within their respective housing needs category, and offered housing as it becomes available. The U.S. Army Garrison Natick Housing Office is available at telephone number
508-233-5216/5409, or by email.
For more Web site information on this subject, visit Natick Soldier Systems Center or Military Installations
Military Installations
Download and print complete up-to-date information for Fort Devens by visiting www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil and choosing Fort Devens from the drop-down menu. Find answers to questions about schools, child care, employment, medical care, recreation, adult education and more.
Community Housing
Housing is expensive and scarce. For information on rentals and home purchases contact Army Community Service Office, Devens, (978) 796-3023; DSN 256-3023. There are some furnished efficiency type apartments available through the Devens Commerce Center for single service members. A lease is required along with first,last month and security deposit.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Apartment rentals routinely require first month rent, last month rent, and often a security deposit equal to one month rent, to be paid prior to occupancy.
Housing Allowances
DMDC will input Basic Allowance Housing (BAH)
rates. For more information on this subject, visit Per Diem rate - http://defensetravel.dod.mil.
Utilities
The cost of utilities depends on the utility
company and customer habits. Security deposit
is required for hook ups. Adequate insulation
in a home/apartment and use of conservation measures
can have a major impact on utility bills in a
cold climate like New England. Gas, oil or electric are the major choices for heat. Electric heat is said to be more expensive
than gas or oil.
For electric rate information:
http://www.electricrate.com/residential-rates-massachusetts/
Unaccompanied PCS
There is no housing for accompanied or unaccompanied service members on Devens. Single service members may live off past and draw single basic allowance for quarters. If you are leaving your family at another location, be sure they understand the reason for the separation. Be certain that your spouse and older children are aware of your financial system: bills, checkbook, banking institution, and family support numbers in their area. Be sure that all ID cards are valid. Make sure everyone is enrolled in DEERS. Getting a power of attorney for your spouse may be a good idea. Cross Reference PCS Reporting Procedures.
Unaccompanied Housing at Hanscom AFB:
Phone: 781-225-2219
Fax: 781-225-3913
71 Grenier Street, Hanscom AFB, MA 01731
Hours of Operation: M-F 7:00am - 4:00pm EST