Section 8 & Public Housing Waiting Lists in Hartford, Connecticut
All waiting lists in Hartford are currently closed. Section 8 Waitlist monitors 3 housing authorities serving 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 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 Hartford, Connecticut
Hartford, Connecticut is served by 3 housing authorities offering federal rental assistance through Section 8 and Public Housing programs. Currently, all waitlists in Hartford are closed. Openings can happen with as little as 48 hours notice, so monitoring is critical. There are also 111 open waitlists within 50 miles that accept applications from non-residents.
Housing programs available in Hartford include VASH, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Mainstream, Public Housing, RAD, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV).
Open Lists Nearby
While no waitlists are open in Hartford right now, there are 111 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 Hartford, Connecticut
Federal rental assistance in Hartford, Hartford County is administered by 3 housing authorities: City of Hartford Housing Authority, Connecticut Department of Housing and Housing Authority of the City of Hartford. Together they administer roughly 17,949 assisted housing units — 942 public housing units and 17,007 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 25 waiting lists across these agencies. As of Jul 23, 2026, none are accepting applications. Another 111 open lists are within 50 miles; most agencies accept applications from non-residents.
Housing Authorities in Hartford
City of Hartford Housing Authority
Hartford, Connecticut · CT051
Connecticut Department of Housing
Hartford, Connecticut · CT901
Housing Authority of the City of Hartford
Hartford, Connecticut · CT003
How to Apply for Section 8 in Hartford
To apply for housing assistance in Hartford, Connecticut, submit an application directly to one of the 3 housing authorities serving the Hartford area (listed above). 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 Hartford include FUP, VASH, RAD, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, RAP, Other, Rental Assistance Program (RAP). 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 Hartford and have active housing programs.