Section 8 & Public Housing Waiting Lists in New Haven, Connecticut
There are 3 open waiting lists in the New Haven area right now. Section 8 Waitlist monitors 1 housing authority serving New Haven, 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 New Haven, 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 New Haven, Connecticut
New Haven, Connecticut is served by 1 housing authority offering federal rental assistance through Section 8 and Public Housing programs. Right now, 3 waiting lists are accepting applications in the New Haven area. There are also 178 open waitlists within 50 miles that accept applications from non-residents.
Housing programs available in New Haven include Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), RAD, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Public Housing. Of these, the following currently have open waitlists: Mainstream (1 open), PBV (1 open), RAD (1 open).
Latest Opening
Housing Authority of the City of New Haven opened its Mainstream waitlist .
About Housing in New Haven, Connecticut
Federal rental assistance in New Haven, New Haven County is administered by Housing Authority of the City of New Haven (HUD agency code CT004). It administers roughly 7,648 assisted housing units — 1,090 public housing units and 6,558 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 5 waiting lists across this agency. As of Aug 16, 2026, 3 are accepting applications. Another 178 open lists are within 50 miles; most agencies accept applications from non-residents.
Housing Authorities in New Haven
How to Apply for Section 8 in New Haven
To apply for housing assistance in New Haven, Connecticut, submit an application directly to Housing Authority of the City of New Haven, the housing authority serving this area. Right now, 3 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 New Haven include Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), RAD, Mainstream, 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 New Haven and have active housing programs.