Section 8 & Public Housing Waiting Lists in East Hartford, Connecticut
There is 1 open waiting list in the East Hartford area right now. Section 8 Waitlist monitors 1 housing authority serving East Hartford, 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 East Hartford, 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 East Hartford, Connecticut
East Hartford, 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 East Hartford area. There are also 108 open waitlists within 50 miles that accept applications from non-residents.
Housing programs available in East Hartford include Public Housing, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV). Of these, the following currently have open waitlists: Public Housing (1 open).
Latest Opening
East Hartford Housing Authority opened its Public Housing waitlist .
About Housing in East Hartford, Connecticut
Federal rental assistance in East Hartford, Hartford County is administered by East Hartford Housing Authority (HUD agency code CT013). It administers roughly 1,096 assisted housing units — 621 public housing units and 475 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 2 waiting lists across this agency. As of Oct 6, 2026, 1 is accepting applications. Another 108 open lists are within 50 miles; most agencies accept applications from non-residents.
Housing Authorities in East Hartford
How to Apply for Section 8 in East Hartford
To apply for housing assistance in East Hartford, Connecticut, submit an application directly to East Hartford 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 East Hartford include Public Housing, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV). 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 East Hartford and have active housing programs.