How many low income apartments are in Manchester, CT?

HUD administrative data tracks 11 subsidized properties in Manchester with approximately 1,280 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Manchester?

Tenant-paid rents in Manchester's assisted buildings typically range from about $433 to $548 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Manchester?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Manchester, CT

There are 11 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Manchester with roughly 1,280 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 2 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $433 to $548 per month. Median reported wait: about 16 months.

assisted properties

1,280

subsidized units

$491

typical rent

16 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Manchester

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Manchester

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Squire Village LIHTCPB Section 8	379	—	—
Squire Village Apts PB Section 8	328	$548	—
Westhill Gardens Annex Public Housing	151	$471	18 mo
Oakland Heights Apts PB Section 8	105	$477	—
Birch Meadow Apts LIHTC	100	—	—
Mayfair Gardens Public Housing	92	$433	13 mo
Dye House LIHTC	57	—	—
Orford Village Commons §202 Senior	39	$491	—
Union Street Cooperative LIHTC	25	—	—
March, Inc PB Section 8	4	—	—
Spencer Village I and Ii LIHTC	—	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Manchester (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Squire Village LIHTCPB Section 8	379	—	—
Squire Village Apts PB Section 8	328	$548	—
Oakland Heights Apts PB Section 8	105	$477	—
March, Inc PB Section 8	4	—	—

Public housing developments in Manchester

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Westhill Gardens Annex Public Housing	151	$471	18 mo
Mayfair Gardens Public Housing	92	$433	13 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Manchester

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Birch Meadow Apts LIHTC	100	—	—
Dye House LIHTC	57	—	—
Union Street Cooperative LIHTC	25	—	—
Spencer Village I and Ii LIHTC	—	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Manchester

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.