How many low income apartments are in Winsted, CT?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Winsted with approximately 218 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Winsted?

Tenant-paid rents in Winsted's assisted buildings typically range from about $426 to $501 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 Winsted?

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 Winsted, CT

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Winsted with roughly 218 assisted units — including 0 project-based Section 8 buildings, 2 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $426 to $501 per month. Median reported wait: about 10 months.

assisted properties

218

subsidized units

$464

typical rent

10 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Winsted

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Winsted

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Chestnut Grove Apts Public Housing	80	$426	9 mo
Glen LIHTC	48	—	—
Laurel Commons Lp LIHTC	44	—	—
Greenwoods Garden Public Housing	26	$486	11 mo
Susan Mb Perry §202 Senior	20	$501	—

Public housing developments in Winsted

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
Chestnut Grove Apts Public Housing	80	$426	9 mo
Greenwoods Garden Public Housing	26	$486	11 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Winsted

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
Glen LIHTC	48	—	—
Laurel Commons Lp LIHTC	44	—	—

How to apply for subsidized housing in Winsted

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.