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Housing Authority of the Town of West Hartford

Name: Housing Authority of the Town of West Hartford
Address: 80 Shield St, West Hartford, CT, 06110, US
Telephone: 8609530002

80 Shield St, West Hartford, CT, 06110

Information verified May 29, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 13 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the Town of West Hartford operates 680 units of public housing in West Hartford, Connecticut. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently open for applicants. The authority provides rental assistance and housing options to eligible residents in Hartford County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Project-Based Voucher waiting lists for properties such as Alfred E. Plant Senior, Elm Grove Senior, and The Faxon were last open in 2024 and 2022, but are currently closed. These programs serve income-eligible families, single adults, older adults (55+/62+), and adults with disabilities.

Last verified March 30, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

The WHHA purges the Housing Choice Housing Choice Voucher waiting list annually. Notifications will be mailed to the address on file. If you have moved and mail is returned back without a forwarding address, your application will be withdrawn and you will have to reapply when the list reopens. If requesting an update of your application status, this request must be made in writing to the Housing Authority.

Last verified March 27, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 29, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

680

Fair Market Rent - Hartford County, CT

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,121
1 Bedroom	$1,319
2 Bedroom	$1,654
3 Bedroom	$2,000
4 Bedroom	$2,425

Income Limits - Hartford County, CT

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $21,950
Very Low (50%): $36,550
Low (80%): $55,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,050
Very Low (50%): $41,750
Low (80%): $63,950

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $28,200
Very Low (50%): $46,950
Low (80%): $71,950

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,300
Very Low (50%): $52,150
Low (80%): $79,900

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $33,850
Very Low (50%): $56,350
Low (80%): $86,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,350
Very Low (50%): $60,500
Low (80%): $92,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $64,700
Low (80%): $99,100

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $68,850
Low (80%): $105,500

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$21,950	$36,550	$55,950
2 Persons	$25,050	$41,750	$63,950
3 Persons	$28,200	$46,950	$71,950
4 Persons	$31,300	$52,150	$79,900
5 Persons	$33,850	$56,350	$86,300
6 Persons	$36,350	$60,500	$92,700
7 Persons	$40,120	$64,700	$99,100
8 Persons	$44,660	$68,850	$105,500

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in West Hartford, CT?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Hartford County, CT is: $1121 (Studio), $1319 (1BR), $1654 (2BR), $2000 (3BR), $2425 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the Town of West Hartford is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of the Town of West Hartford have?+

Housing Authority of the Town of West Hartford has a total of 680 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Hartford County, CT?+

For a 4-person household in Hartford County, CT, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $31,300, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $52,150, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the Town of West Hartford?+

Housing Authority of the Town of West Hartford is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8609530002, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the Town of West Hartford?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

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