The initiative is being led by the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM), in partnership with the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (HLC) acting under Executive Order 623 and Section 121 and 122 of the Affordable Homes Act. HLC has published regulations 760 CMR 77.00: Surplus Real Property to provide guidance to municipalities and developers on projects disposed under the Affordable Homes Act (AHA).
Development Opportunities Available Now
220 Old Common Road, Lancaster - Bucolic campus offers opportunity for the creation of a new neighborhood guided by a community-informed plan. View the full RFP with registration and learn more on the Former Industrial School for Girls project page.
Site Tours: Wednesday, October 7, 2026 — 9am - 11am
Thursday, October 22, 2026 — 12pm Noon - 2pm
Proposal Submission Deadline: Thursday, November 19, 2026 by 3:00 p.m. Eastern
Upcoming Auction
Parcels in Billerica, Milford, and Rowley will be available at auction on Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at 11am. Site tours will be held on Wednesday, November 18.
0 River Street Extension, Billerica – A vacant ±2.7-acre wooded parcel at Old Middlesex Turnpike at River Road Extension. The lot is located in a residential neighborhood with easy access to Route 3. More information about the auction and parcel can be found on the JJManning Auctioneers website.
161 West Street, Milford – Located behind the Milford District Court, this ±2.62-acre surplus parcel borders a residential area along Highland Street. The surplus land is currently undeveloped and close to restaurants, commercial amenities, and recreational nature area. More information about the auction and parcel can be found on the JJManning Auctioneers website.
482-542 Haverhill Street, Rowley - The parcel consists of ±2.538 acres of land close to I-95 and Route 1 in Rowley. The vacant wooded parcel is across from a residential neighborhood and abuts 104 acres of town-owned conservation land. More information about the auction and parcel can be found on the JJManning Auctioneers website.
Housing Development Status
Leasing and Real Estate Policy
The bulletin linked below outlines the policy principles and requirements that govern Commonwealth leasing and real estate activities. It is intended to ensure that all leasing and real estate activity is conducted in alignment with key policy goals, and serves as a framework for consistent, transparent, and strategic decision-making across all related initiatives. Please take a moment to review the policy to understand what is expected of those engaging in real estate transactions with DCAMM.
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