About This Property
Plainfield Housing Authority operates 197 units of public housing in Plainfield, CT, which is in Windham County. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed. The housing authority manages these properties to provide rental housing options for eligible residents.
Waitlist Information
This program, Sunny Acres, is for low-income elderly (62+ years old) or totally disabled applicants; no 1-bedroom apartments will be leased for single occupancy unless no qualified double applicants are on the waiting list.
Applications for Section 8 can be obtained when there are vacancies at the Housing Authority. Income eligibility is provided for various family sizes.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Windham 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 | $1,186 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,569 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,921 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,380 |
Income Limits - Windham County, CT
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,050
- Low (80%)
- $55,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,200
- Low (80%)
- $63,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $27,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,350
- Low (80%)
- $71,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $30,850
- Very Low (50%)
- $51,450
- Low (80%)
- $79,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $33,350
- Very Low (50%)
- $55,600
- Low (80%)
- $86,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $59,700
- Low (80%)
- $92,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $63,800
- Low (80%)
- $99,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $67,950
- Low (80%)
- $105,500
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $21,600 | $36,050 | $55,950 |
| 2 Persons | $24,700 | $41,200 | $63,950 |
| 3 Persons | $27,800 | $46,350 | $71,950 |
| 4 Persons | $30,850 | $51,450 | $79,900 |
| 5 Persons | $33,350 | $55,600 | $86,300 |
| 6 Persons | $35,800 | $59,700 | $92,700 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $63,800 | $99,100 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $67,950 | $105,500 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Plainfield, CT?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Windham County, CT is: $1186 (Studio), $1194 (1BR), $1569 (2BR), $1921 (3BR), $2380 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Plainfield Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Plainfield Housing Authority have?+
Plainfield Housing Authority has a total of 197 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Plainfield Housing Authority?+
Plainfield Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8602303022, 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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Windham County, CT?+
For a 4-person household in Windham County, CT, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $30,850, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $51,450, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Plainfield Housing Authority?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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.
Contact Information
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