Housing Authority of the City of Stamford
Stamford, Connecticut
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About Housing Authority of the City of Stamford
Housing Authority of the City of Stamford (HUD agency code CT007) is the public housing agency serving Stamford, Fairfield County, Connecticut. It administers 480 public housing units and 1,632 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 45 waiting lists at this agency, covering Affordable, LIHTC, Other, Public Housing, Senior, HCV, PBV, Mainstream, RAD. As of Mar 24, 2026, 37 are open and 6 are closed. Status is unconfirmed for 2 further lists.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 53 status changes at this agency, most recently on Oct 4, 2026. Always confirm current status with the agency directly before applying.
Affordable Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 27, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Eligibility requires meeting income requirements for the community and passing background screening.
BMR
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 25, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This is for Glenluxe Apartments 1-Bedroom units. The waitlist will close upon receipt of 50 eligible applications. Only one waitlist application per family is accepted; duplicate pre-applications will be disqualified. Section 8 and RAP voucher holders are welcome.
Below Market Rate
Status
open
Open Date
Dec 17, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Housing Authority of the City of Stamford opened this Below Market Rate waitlist on December 17, 2025.
Below Market Rate - Clinton Manor
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Families must meet income eligibility and pass background screening; primarily for households at 50% Area Median Income level.
Below Market Rate - Lawnhill Terrace LP
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Families must meet income eligibility and pass background screening; primarily for households at 50% Area Median Income level.
Below Market Rate - Park 215
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Families must meet income eligibility and pass background screening; primarily for households at 50% Area Median Income level.
Below Market Rate - Quintard Manor
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Families must meet income eligibility and pass background screening; primarily for households at 50% Area Median Income level.
Below Market Rate / Workforce Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Charter Oak Communities manages waitlists for Below Market Rate (BMR) and Workforce Housing units, with applications accepted on a first-come, first-served basis for some properties. Eligibility requires meeting specific income limits and passing a background screening. Applications can be completed online for specific properties, in-person, mailed, or emailed.
Below Market Rate Housing
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This program targets low- to moderate-income households, primarily at 50% Area Median Income; applicants must meet income eligibility and pass background screening. Interested individuals should contact participating buildings with open waitlists directly.
Clinton Manor
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This is a senior living community for adults aged 55 and older. Applicants must qualify per program income requirements and confirm citizenship status if born outside the US.
Lawnhill Terrace LP
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This is a family community with two- and three-bedroom apartments. Applicants must qualify per program income requirements and confirm citizenship status if born outside the US.
Park 215
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This property offers mixed-income apartment units. Applicants must qualify per program income requirements and confirm citizenship status if born outside the US.
Quintard Manor
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
This is a senior living community for ages 55+ with studio and one-bedroom units. Applicants must qualify per program income requirements and confirm citizenship status if born outside the US.
WFH
Status
open
Open Date
May 22, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This refers to Point Rock; families must meet income eligibility and pass background screening, and applicants need to register for an account and provide supporting documentation.
Workforce Housing / BMR
Status
open
Open Date
May 22, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Waypointe, Berkeley, Quincy Lofts, Sono Pearl, and Point Rock are currently accepting applications. Applicants must qualify based on income and pass a background screening.
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applications are accepted for Summer Place/Straight Tax Credit.
Clinton Manor
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must qualify according to program income requirements and confirm citizenship status if born outside the US.
Lawnhill Terrace LP
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must qualify according to program income requirements and confirm citizenship status if born outside the US.
Park 215
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must qualify according to program income requirements and confirm citizenship status if born outside the US.
Quintard Manor
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must qualify according to program income requirements and confirm citizenship status if born outside the US.
Summer Place/Straight Tax Credit
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must qualify according to program's unique income requirements and confirm citizenship status if born outside the US.
Other Programs Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 27, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This is for The Curb/One Glover properties.
BMR (Glenluxe Apartments)
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Glenluxe had a waitlist opening on June 22, 2026. Applicants must meet income eligibility and pass background screening.
BMR (Point Rock)
Status
open
Open Date
May 22, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waitlist opening began on May 22, 2026, and will close upon receipt of 50 eligible applications; applications are ranked first-come, first-served with verified preferences, and only one application per family is accepted.
BMR (Sono Pearl)
Status
open
Open Date
May 22, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applications for Sono Pearl began on May 22, 2026, at 8:00 AM. Applicants need to register for an account and provide supporting documentation.
Clinton Manor
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must qualify according to program's unique income requirements and confirm citizenship status if born outside the US.
Glenluxe
Status
open
Open Date
Jun 22, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This is a recently announced waitlist opening by Charter Oak Communities.
Lawnhill Terrace LP
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must qualify according to program's unique income requirements and confirm citizenship status if born outside the US.
Park 215
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must qualify according to program's unique income requirements and confirm citizenship status if born outside the US.
Quintard Manor
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must qualify according to program's unique income requirements and confirm citizenship status if born outside the US.
Residential Care Home
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Eligibility requires meeting income requirements for the community.
Residential Care Home (Scofield Manor)
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must qualify according to program income requirements and confirm citizenship status if born outside the US.
Residential Care Home - Scofield Manor
Status
open
How to Apply
Online, In-person, Mail, Email
Additional Notes
Applicants must meet program-specific income requirements and confirm citizenship status. General eligibility for COC programs includes income eligibility, US citizen or eligible non-citizen status, and satisfactory criminal screening.
Scofield Manor – Residential Care Home
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Applicants must qualify according to program's unique income requirements and confirm citizenship status if born outside the US.
WFH
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Waiting lists are currently open for Workforce Housing (WFH) properties including The Waypointe, Berkeley, Quincy Lofts, and Sono Pearl. Families must meet income eligibility and pass background screening.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online (via Applicant Portal)
Additional Notes
Each community has its own income eligibility requirements; applicants must keep contact information updated and respond promptly to requests.
Senior Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Eligibility requires meeting income requirements for the community.
Other Programs
6 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
One application per family is accepted; duplicate pre-applications will be disqualified. Section 8 and RAP voucher holders are welcome. Applications will be ranked on a first-come, first-served basis with verified preferences applied.
The open enrollment period for 0-bedroom (studio) applications closed upon receipt of 50 eligible applications.
Eligibility is based on HUD low-income limits (80% of Stamford's median household income) and satisfactory criminal screening. COC administers over 1,800 active vouchers.
The open enrollment period for Point Rock BMR units began on May 22, 2026, at 8:00 AM and closed upon receipt of 50 eligible applications. Applications were ranked on a first-come, first-served basis with verified preferences; Section 8 and RAP voucher holders were welcome.
Additional programs administered by this housing authority that do not fall under a standard federal voucher or public housing category.
This waitlist for Below Market Rate (BMR) units at Point Rock opened on May 22, 2026, and closed upon receipt of 50 eligible applications; applications were ranked first-come, first-served with verified preferences, and Section 8 and RAP voucher holders were welcome.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance, allowing housing authorities to leverage private funding for property rehabilitation while preserving long-term affordability for residents.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Stamford portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Housing Authority of the City of Stamford
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Stamford currently has 37 open waiting lists (Affordable Housing, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Other Programs, Public Housing, Senior Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the City of Stamford, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Stamford portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority of the City of Stamford, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Stamford manages approximately 2,112 assisted housing units (1,632 Section 8, 480 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Stamford. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Stamford
Affordable Affordable Housing open
The Affordable Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Stamford provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Stamford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
LIHTC Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) open
The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program at Housing Authority of the City of Stamford provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Stamford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Other Programs open
The Other Programs program at Housing Authority of the City of Stamford provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Stamford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Stamford are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Stamford manages approximately 480 Public Housing units in Stamford. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Senior Senior Housing open
The Senior Housing program at Housing Authority of the City of Stamford provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Stamford. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the City of Stamford provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Stamford. This program serves approximately 1,632 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher (PBV) closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Stamford are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Stamford. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Stamford are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the City of Stamford converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Stamford maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Housing Authority of the City of Stamford — including across state lines.