Chappelle Gardens — Income-Restricted Housing in Hartford, CT 06120
367 Barbour St, Hartford, CT 06120
179 units · 117 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Leasing office: (860) 728-0073Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (860) 728-0073 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1995
- Bedrooms
- 21 2 bedrooms · 23 3 bedrooms · 73 4+ bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 88/100 (Sep 2025) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
New Communities/Mary Shephard Place
58 Theodore Napper Ln, Hartford, CT 06120
0.3 mi away
242 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Hartford
- Residents waited about 36 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Northeast Hartford Affordable Housing (Nhah)
150 Nelson Street, Hartford, CT 06120
0.5 mi away
68 units · 1–3 BR
Rents and income limits in 06120
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,850/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $74,000/yr
- Renters in 06120 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 63%
Income limits (2026)
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT area · median family income $129,200. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $27,150 | $45,250 | $72,350 |
| 2 | $31,000 | $51,700 | $82,700 |
| 3 | $34,900 | $58,150 | $93,050 |
| 4 | $38,750 | $64,600 | $103,350 |
| 5 | $41,850 | $69,800 | $111,650 |
| 6 | $44,950 | $74,950 | $119,900 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $80,150 | $128,200 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $85,300 | $136,450 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 06120 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,290 | $1,346 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,480 | $1,543 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,850 | $1,933 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,200 | $2,303 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,430 | $2,542 |
Wider area = Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,640 (06106) to $2,490 (06107).
Census figures for 06120 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,267. Median household income $34,830. 87% of homes are rented. 63% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 36% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 06120's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 06120Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Chappelle Gardens?
Call (860) 728-0073 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Chappelle Gardens in Hartford, CT 06120. These records do not show openings.
Is Chappelle Gardens Section 8 housing?
Chappelle Gardens is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.
How many units are at Chappelle Gardens?
Public records list 179 units at Chappelle Gardens in Hartford, CT 06120. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Chappelle Gardens?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 06120 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Chappelle Gardens?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Chappelle Gardens in Hartford, CT 06120. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Hartford, CT 06120?
Most income-restricted buildings in Hartford, CT 06120 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $45,250, and $64,600 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($72,350 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Hartford, CT 06120?
For many programs in Hartford, CT 06120, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $45,250 a year for 1 person and $64,600 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $72,350 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Hartford, CT 06120?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Hartford, CT 06120, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Hartford, CT 06120 is $1,850 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Chappelle Gardens take Section 8 vouchers?
Chappelle Gardens is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.