Living at The Pryde
Introducing The Pryde
The Pryde is a unique housing community redefining affordable, modern housing for LGBTQ seniors. Vibrant, inclusive, and welcoming, it’s more than a place to live; it’s
a celebration of authenticity and belonging.
Surround yourself with neighbors who understand your journey, share your experiences, and are committed to building a true sense of belonging.
Guided by our motto, Out at Home, Affordable Community for All, The Pryde is a beacon of hope and connection. Embrace a new chapter of living boldly, beautifully, and proudly.
The Pryde Welcomes You
As a mixed-income/affordable, independent living housing community, The Pryde houses residents in 74 modern and vibrant apartments.
How To Apply
You can join the waitlist through either of these convenient options:
To begin your online waitlist application for The Pryde Click APPLY ONLINE NOW. You will be automatically redirected to the application platform. Select the red text “Click here to register” to create an account. Once brought to the next page select the “I do NOT have a registration code” button. After filling in your information under “PERSONAL DETAILS”, and creating your new account under “ACCOUNT INFORMATION”, select the “Please read and accept the Terms and Conditions” button at the bottom of the page. After reading and accepting the Terms and Conditions, select the red “Accept” button to submit.
Complete your waitlist application within the allotted time* limit.
*Applications not submitted within 14 days will be discarded.
Online
You may submit a pre-application to be added to the waitlist and considered for future occupancy.
* The pre-application MUST be completed in its entirety to be eligible for housing (one pre-application per household). Applicants must be 62 years of age or older at lease signing.
* All Pre-applications MUST be submitted via US Mail to:
The Pryde,
Attn: MGMT OFFICE,
55 Harvard Ave,
Hyde Park, MA 02136
Via US Mail
The Pryde is:
LGBTQ people and allies aged 62+ who:
Qualify for affordable housing
Are single or live with another person
Do not need services required at assisted living facilities, but want opportunities to enrich their physical and mental health
Are looking for connection with other like-minded individuals in their housing community and beyond its walls
Want to reside in a place where they can be their authentic selves
About the Apartments:
There are Studio, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments. Apartments are located on the Ground, 1st, 2nd and 3rd floors. Each apartment is renovated from a former classroom, and is designed as barrier-free: bathrooms are large to accommodate mobility devices, kitchens are equipped with wall ovens instead of in-stove ovens for ease of access,
and levered door handles and cabinet pulls facilitate use by people with arthritis.
Amenities for Residents of The Pryde:
The Pryde includes a large auditorium that serves as a vibrant gathering space for music, theater, and resident events. It also features a fully equipped fitness center and a sunroom. Residents enjoy access to an outdoor fitness area with a walking track, raised garden beds, benches, and a pergola.
The Pryde supports older adults in thriving as they age within a vibrant community. The building exceeds accessibility standards, meets LEED Silver certification level, preserves its historic charm, and warmly welcomes both the LGBTQ community and the Hyde Park neighborhood.
Getting Around
Public Transportation is available via several MBTA Bus lines and the Fairmount Commuter Rail, Franklin/Foxboro Commuter Rail and the Providence/Stoughton Commuter Rail lines. There is a Bluebike Station across the street from The Pryde.
More About Hyde Park
The Pryde is located across the street from the Hyde Park branch of the Boston Public Library, and around the corner from the Hyde Park Menino Arts Center. The building is just 2 blocks from the heart of the Hyde Park community, including local restaurants and The Switch Artist Cooperative.