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Burlington Housing Authority

Name: Burlington Housing Authority
Address: 65 Main St, Burlington, VT, 05401, US
Telephone: 8026581280

65 Main St, Burlington, VT, 05401

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 14 hr ago

About This Property

Burlington Housing Authority operates 2,438 units of public housing in Burlington, Vermont. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority serves Chittenden County residents seeking affordable rental options.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

The Burlington Housing Authority accepts preliminary applications for various housing developments and rental assistance programs on an ongoing basis. Priority is given to residents of Chittenden County. Applicants must provide Social Security cards for all family members.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Multiple

The wait for assistance can be five years or longer. The wait for a property can be two to four years.

Last verified March 6, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

2438

Fair Market Rent - Chittenden 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	$1,341
1 Bedroom	$1,441
2 Bedroom	$1,887
3 Bedroom	$2,390
4 Bedroom	$2,513

Income Limits - Chittenden County, VT

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $20,150
Very Low (50%): $33,600
Low (80%): $53,700

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $23,000
Very Low (50%): $38,400
Low (80%): $61,400

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,900
Very Low (50%): $43,200
Low (80%): $69,050

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $28,750
Very Low (50%): $47,950
Low (80%): $76,700

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,050
Very Low (50%): $51,800
Low (80%): $82,850

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $55,650
Low (80%): $89,000

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $59,500
Low (80%): $95,150

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $63,300
Low (80%): $101,250

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$20,150	$33,600	$53,700
2 Persons	$23,000	$38,400	$61,400
3 Persons	$25,900	$43,200	$69,050
4 Persons	$28,750	$47,950	$76,700
5 Persons	$31,050	$51,800	$82,850
6 Persons	$35,580	$55,650	$89,000
7 Persons	$40,120	$59,500	$95,150
8 Persons	$44,660	$63,300	$101,250

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Chittenden County, VT is: $1341 (Studio), $1441 (1BR), $1887 (2BR), $2390 (3BR), $2513 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Burlington Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Burlington Housing Authority have?+

Burlington Housing Authority has a total of 2438 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Burlington 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.

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

For a 4-person household in Chittenden County, VT, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $28,750, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $47,950, Low Income (80% AMI): $76,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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

Burlington Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8026581280, 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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