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Winooski Housing Authority

Name: Winooski Housing Authority
Address: 83 Barlow St, Winooski, VT, 05404, US
Telephone: 8026552360

83 Barlow St, Winooski, VT, 05404

Information verified May 9, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 19 hr ago

About This Property

Winooski Housing Authority operates 558 units of public housing in Winooski, VT, serving Chittenden County. The authority currently maintains open waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 rental assistance programs. Interested applicants can apply through the housing authority's intake process.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

Eligibility is based on income, household composition, and suitability; applicants cannot owe rent or other amounts to any Public Housing Authority. Family properties offer 2-5 bedroom units, and families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement.

Last verified February 9, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Closed February 1, 2025

Apply: Multiple

The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program waitlist will be closed starting on February 1, 2025. Once eligible, families are placed on the waiting list. When funding becomes available, WHA will re-verify eligibility and issue a voucher.

Last verified April 14, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

558

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

How many units does Winooski Housing Authority have?+

Winooski Housing Authority has a total of 558 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Winooski 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 Winooski Housing Authority?+

Winooski Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 8026552360, 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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