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Bennington Housing Authority

Name: Bennington Housing Authority
Address: 22 Willow Brook Dr, Bennington, VT, 05201, US
Telephone: 8024428000

22 Willow Brook Dr, Bennington, VT, 05201

Information verified June 11, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 22 hr ago

About This Property

Bennington Housing Authority operates 455 units of public housing in Bennington, Vermont. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently open for applications. The housing authority provides rental assistance and affordable housing options to eligible residents in Bennington County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Applications are not currently being accepted for Affordable Rental Properties, which include public housing. A residency preference is given to households living in BHA's area of operation.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Multiple

The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed. Applications are considered in the order they are received. A residency preference is given to households living in BHA's area of operation. At times, BHA may choose only applicants within a certain income range.

Last verified April 14, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 10, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

455

Fair Market Rent - Bennington County, VT

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

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$936
1 Bedroom	$1,006
2 Bedroom	$1,241
3 Bedroom	$1,642
4 Bedroom	$1,929

Income Limits - Bennington County, VT

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $16,450
Very Low (50%): $27,450
Low (80%): $43,900

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $18,800
Very Low (50%): $31,350
Low (80%): $50,150

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $35,250
Low (80%): $56,400

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $39,150
Low (80%): $62,650

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $42,300
Low (80%): $67,700

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $45,450
Low (80%): $72,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $48,550
Low (80%): $77,700

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $51,700
Low (80%): $82,700

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$16,450	$27,450	$43,900
2 Persons	$18,800	$31,350	$50,150
3 Persons	$21,960	$35,250	$56,400
4 Persons	$26,500	$39,150	$62,650
5 Persons	$31,040	$42,300	$67,700
6 Persons	$35,580	$45,450	$72,700
7 Persons	$40,120	$48,550	$77,700
8 Persons	$44,660	$51,700	$82,700

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Bennington, VT?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Bennington County, VT is: $936 (Studio), $1006 (1BR), $1241 (2BR), $1642 (3BR), $1929 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Bennington Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Bennington Housing Authority have?+

Bennington Housing Authority has a total of 455 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Bennington 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.

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

Bennington Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8024428000, 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.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Bennington County, VT?+

For a 4-person household in Bennington County, VT, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $39,150, Low Income (80% AMI): $62,650. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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