Section 8 & Public Housing Waiting Lists in Enfield, Connecticut
There are 5 open waiting lists in the Enfield area right now. Section 8 Waitlist monitors 1 housing authority serving Enfield, 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 Enfield, 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 Enfield, Connecticut
Enfield, Connecticut is served by 1 housing authority offering federal rental assistance through Section 8 and Public Housing programs. Right now, 5 waiting lists are accepting applications in the Enfield area. There are also 117 open waitlists within 50 miles that accept applications from non-residents.
Housing programs available in Enfield include Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), VASH, Public Housing, RAD, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Mainstream. Of these, the following currently have open waitlists: PBV (1 open), VASH (1 open).
Latest Opening
Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield opened its Congregate Housing waitlist .
About Housing in Enfield, Connecticut
Individuals seeking affordable housing in Enfield, Connecticut are served primarily by the Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield. This authority manages various housing assistance programs, contributing to the approximately 195 assisted housing units available in the area. Currently, there are 6 open waiting lists for programs, while 7 are closed to new applications.
For those looking to apply, the Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield currently has open waiting lists for specific Congregate programs, including Congregate, Congregate Housing, and Congregate Program. Additionally, waiting lists are open for PBV (Project-Based Voucher), Public Housing, and VASH (Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing). Programs such as Elderly/Disabled Housing, Moderate Rental Housing, HCV (Housing Choice Voucher), and Mainstream are presently closed to new applicants.
Each housing program has distinct eligibility criteria, including income limitations, which applicants should review carefully. For detailed information on specific requirements and application procedures for available programs, individuals should contact the Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield directly. The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) serves as the state's housing finance agency, overseeing broader affordable housing initiatives across Connecticut.
How to Apply for Section 8 in Enfield
To apply for housing assistance in Enfield, Connecticut, submit an application directly to Housing Authority of the Town of Enfield, the housing authority serving this area. Right now, 5 waiting lists are 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 Enfield include Congregate, Congregate Program, Congregate Housing, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), VASH, Elderly/Disabled Housing, Mainstream, Moderate Rental, Moderate Rental Housing, RAD, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Elderly/Disabled, Public Housing, Other, other. 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 Enfield and have active housing programs.