How many low income apartments are in Winooski, VT?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Winooski with approximately 534 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Winooski?

Tenant-paid rents in Winooski's assisted buildings typically range from about $469 to $771 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 Winooski?

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.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Winooski?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Chittenden County: about $1,651/mo for one-bedroom and $2,140/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Winooski, VT

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Winooski with roughly 534 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 7 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $469 to $771 per month.

assisted properties

534

subsidized units

$620

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Winooski

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Winooski

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Keens Crossing LIHTCPB Section 8	213	—	—
The Courtyard PB Section 8	100	$469	—
Fort Apartments LIHTC	65	—	—
Parc Terrace LIHTCPB Section 8	45	—	—
Casavant Overlook LIHTCPB Section 8	39	—	—
Canal Street Veterans Housing LIHTC	28	—	—
Allen Canal PB Section 8	17	$771	—
Allen Canal LIHTC	17	—	—
Genest Building LIHTC	10	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Winooski (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
Keens Crossing LIHTCPB Section 8	213	—	—
The Courtyard PB Section 8	100	$469	—
Parc Terrace LIHTCPB Section 8	45	—	—
Casavant Overlook LIHTCPB Section 8	39	—	—
Allen Canal PB Section 8	17	$771	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Winooski

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
Fort Apartments LIHTC	65	—	—
Canal Street Veterans Housing LIHTC	28	—	—
Allen Canal LIHTC	17	—	—
Genest Building LIHTC	10	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Chittenden County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Chittenden County: studio $1,497, 1-BR $1,651, 2-BR $2,140, 3-BR $2,745, 4-BR $2,833.

Full FMR table for Chittenden County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Winooski

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.