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Willimantic Housing Authority

Name: Willimantic Housing Authority
Address: 49 West Ave, Willimantic, CT, 06226, US
Telephone: 8604561413

49 West Ave, Willimantic, CT, 06226

Information verified November 7, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 13 hr ago

About This Property

Willimantic Housing Authority operates 756 units of public housing in Willimantic, CT, serving Windham County residents. The housing authority currently maintains open waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 rental assistance programs. Applicants interested in affordable housing options through this authority can apply to either program.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

The waiting list for select properties and bedroom sizes was last open from February 23, 2026, to September 28, 2026, and previously from December 2017 to February 2018. When open, applications were accepted online. For the 2026 opening, elderly/disabled applicants had priority for 1-bedroom units, and families, elderly, and disabled for 2-bedroom units. Previously, selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery.

Last verified October 3, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Section 8 (Housing Choice Voucher) waiting list was last open from October 18, 2018, to October 25, 2018. The Willimantic Housing Authority will post all necessary information to apply on its website when applications are being accepted.

Last verified February 15, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated November 7, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

756

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.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $21,600
Very Low (50%): $36,050
Low (80%): $55,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $24,700
Very Low (50%): $41,200
Low (80%): $63,950

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $27,800
Very Low (50%): $46,350
Low (80%): $71,950

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $30,850
Very Low (50%): $51,450
Low (80%): $79,900

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $33,350
Very Low (50%): $55,600
Low (80%): $86,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,800
Very Low (50%): $59,700
Low (80%): $92,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $63,800
Low (80%): $99,100

8 Persons

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 Willimantic, 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 Willimantic Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Willimantic Housing Authority have?+

Willimantic Housing Authority has a total of 756 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Willimantic Housing Authority?+

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.

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.

How do I apply for housing at Willimantic Housing Authority?+

Willimantic Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8604561413, 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.

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