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About Middletown Housing Authority
Middletown Housing Authority serves Middletown, Middlesex County, Connecticut, managing approximately 1,619 assisted housing units. These units consist of 1,370 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 249 Public Housing units.
The waitlist for the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program is currently open to new applicants. However, the waitlists for both the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and the Public Housing program are presently closed. Applicants should note that both the HCV and Public Housing waitlists recently changed from an open to a closed status.
Other Programs
3 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.
Applications are accepted for the waiting list only. The waiting list is three to eight years (3-8). Actively pursuing (4) and (5) bedroom PBV applicants.
Actively pursuing (4) and (5) bedroom PBV applicants. The general waiting list is three to eight years (3-8).
Eligibility is based on household income, U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status, rental history, and background checks.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Middletown Housing Authority 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 Middletown Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 3 waiting lists at Middletown 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 Middletown 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 Middletown Housing Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Middletown Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Middletown Housing Authority manages approximately 1,619 assisted housing units (1,370 Section 8, 249 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Middletown. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Middletown Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Middletown 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 Middletown. This program serves approximately 1,370 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Middletown Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Middletown. 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.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Middletown Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Middletown Housing Authority manages approximately 249 Public Housing units in Middletown. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Middletown Housing Authority — including across state lines.