Section 8 & Public Housing Waiting Lists in Farmington, Connecticut
All waiting lists in Farmington are currently closed. Section 8 Waitlist monitors 1 housing authority serving Farmington, 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 Farmington, 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 Farmington, Connecticut
Farmington, Connecticut is served by 1 housing authority offering federal rental assistance through Section 8 and Public Housing programs. Currently, all waitlists in Farmington are closed. Openings can happen with as little as 48 hours notice, so monitoring is critical. There are also 99 open waitlists within 50 miles that accept applications from non-residents.
Housing programs available in Farmington include Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, RAD.
Open Lists Nearby
While no waitlists are open in Farmington right now, there are 99 open lists within 50 miles. Most housing authorities accept applications from non-residents, so applying in neighboring cities is a practical strategy. Scroll down to "Nearby Cities" below for options.
About Housing in Farmington, Connecticut
Federal rental assistance in Farmington, Hartford County is administered by Farmington Housing Authority (HUD agency code CT041). It administers roughly 90 assisted housing units.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 10 waiting lists across this agency. As of Apr 8, 2026, none are accepting applications. Another 99 open lists are within 50 miles; most agencies accept applications from non-residents.
How to Apply for Section 8 in Farmington
To apply for housing assistance in Farmington, Connecticut, submit an application directly to Farmington Housing Authority, the housing authority serving this area. All waitlists are currently closed, but openings happen with as little as 48 hours 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 Farmington include Senior Housing, RAD, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Other, Public Housing, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Mainstream, Cooperative Ownership Program, Maple Village, Maple Village (Senior 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 Farmington and have active housing programs.