Section 8 & Public Housing Waiting Lists in Canton, Connecticut
There is 1 open waiting list in the Canton area right now. Section 8 Waitlist monitors 1 housing authority serving Canton, Connecticut and updates statuses nightly. Below you will find every PHA in the area with current waitlist status, program types, and direct application links.
If no lists are currently open in Canton, we recommend applying to nearby cities as well. There is no limit to the number of waiting lists you can join, and many housing authorities accept applications from non-residents.
Affordable Housing in Canton, Connecticut
Canton, Connecticut is served by 1 housing authority offering federal rental assistance through Section 8 and Public Housing programs. Right now, 1 waiting list is accepting applications in the Canton area. There are also 101 open waitlists within 50 miles that accept applications from non-residents.
Housing programs available in Canton include Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing.
Latest Opening
Canton Housing Authority opened its Elderly and Disabled Housing waitlist .
About Housing in Canton, Connecticut
Federal rental assistance in Canton, Hartford County is administered by Canton Housing Authority (HUD agency code CT068). It administers roughly 17 assisted housing units.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 6 waiting lists across this agency. As of Jul 29, 2026, 1 is accepting applications. Another 101 open lists are within 50 miles; most agencies accept applications from non-residents.
How to Apply for Section 8 in Canton
To apply for housing assistance in Canton, Connecticut, submit an application directly to Canton Housing Authority, the housing authority serving this area. Right now, 1 waiting list is accepting applications — apply as soon as possible, as open enrollment periods can close with short notice. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Before applying, gather the following documents for all household members: government-issued photo ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit statements), and proof of current address. Having these ready before a waitlist opens can be the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Housing programs available in Canton include Elderly and Disabled Housing, LIHTC, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, Family Housing. Applying to multiple program types simultaneously improves your chances of receiving assistance. After submitting, you will be placed on the waiting list based on the date of your application and any applicable preferences (veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, or local residents).
Nearby Cities with Housing Authorities
Applying to nearby cities increases your chances of receiving assistance sooner. These cities are within 75 miles of Canton and have active housing programs.