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Manchester Housing Authority
Manchester, Connecticut
Last Updated
8 hours ago
About Manchester Housing Authority
The Manchester Housing Authority, located in Manchester, Hartford County, Connecticut, administers approximately 779 assisted housing units. This total comprises 244 Public Housing units and 535 Housing Choice Vouchers, providing vital housing assistance within the community.
Currently, all waiting lists for programs managed by the Manchester Housing Authority are closed to new applications. This includes their Congregate, Congregate Senior, Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), and Public Housing programs.
While the Housing Choice Voucher list recently transitioned from open to closed, prospective applicants should note that the Public Housing waiting list status has changed from closed to opening soon. Individuals interested in applying for Public Housing should monitor for future announcements regarding its opening.
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Other Programs
9 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.
This Congregate Senior waiting list accepted applications online and in-person during its opening period.
The Congregate Senior waiting list was last open from January 15, 2025, to January 30, 2025.
The Congregate Senior waiting list was last open from January 15, 2025, to January 30, 2025. Applications were accepted online and in person.
The waitlist was last open from January 15, 2025, to January 30, 2025.
All waiting lists are currently closed for the Manchester Housing Authority in Manchester, CT. When open, application placement is based on the date of application and any applicable preferences, including veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, or local residents.
All waiting lists are currently closed for the Manchester Housing Authority in Manchester, CT. When open, application placement is based on the date of application and any applicable preferences, including veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, or local residents.
The waiting list was last open for five days in November 2018; 400 applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery with no stated preferences.
The Public Housing Family waiting list for three-bedroom units last accepted applications from March 9th to March 13th, 2025, using a lottery process for 50 applicants. The Senior and Disabled Public Housing waiting list was last open from October 14, 2024, to October 18, 2024, using a lottery process for 400 applicants.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
Status History
Deadline: Mar 13, 2026
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Manchester Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
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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 Manchester Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 8 waiting lists at Manchester Housing Authority are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Manchester Housing Authority, 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 Manchester Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Manchester Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Manchester Housing Authority manages approximately 779 assisted housing units (535 Section 8, 244 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Manchester. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Manchester Housing Authority
Congregate closed
The Congregate program at Manchester Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Manchester. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Congregate Housing closed
The Congregate Housing program at Manchester Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Manchester. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Congregate Senior closed
The Congregate Senior program at Manchester Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Manchester. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Congregate Senior Housing closed
The Congregate Senior Housing program at Manchester Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Manchester. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Congregate Senior housing closed
The Congregate Senior housing program at Manchester Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Manchester. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Congregate housing closed
The Congregate housing program at Manchester Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Manchester. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Manchester Housing Authority 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 Manchester. This program serves approximately 535 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Manchester Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Manchester Housing Authority manages approximately 244 Public Housing units in Manchester. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
J. D'Amelia Program closed
The J. D'Amelia Program program at Manchester Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Manchester. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Manchester Housing Authority — including across state lines.