Crestwood Park I — Income-Restricted Housing in Meriden, CT 06451
96 Stoddard Dr, Meriden, CT 06451
100 units · 55 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Leasing office: (203) 235-1145Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (203) 235-1145 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
- 1966
- Bedrooms
- 7 1 bedroom · 44 2 bedrooms · 4 3 bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 94/100 (Jun 2026) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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Rents and income limits in 06451
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,850/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $74,000/yr
- Renters in 06451 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 49%
Income limits (2026)
New Haven, CT area · median family income $123,200. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $26,150 | $43,600 | $69,750 |
| 2 | $29,900 | $49,800 | $79,700 |
| 3 | $33,650 | $56,050 | $89,650 |
| 4 | $37,350 | $62,250 | $99,600 |
| 5 | $40,350 | $67,250 | $107,600 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $72,250 | $115,550 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $77,200 | $123,550 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $82,200 | $131,500 |
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 | 06451 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,420 | $1,609 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,540 | $1,743 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,850 | $2,091 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,300 | $2,602 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,600 | $2,935 |
Wider area = New Haven, CT. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,660 (06410) to $2,640 (06479).
Census figures for 06451 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,213. Median household income $71,255. 43% of homes are rented. 49% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 23% 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 06451's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 06451Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Crestwood Park I?
Call (203) 235-1145 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Crestwood Park I in Meriden, CT 06451. These records do not show openings.
Is Crestwood Park I Section 8 housing?
Crestwood Park I 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 Crestwood Park I?
Public records list 100 units at Crestwood Park I in Meriden, CT 06451. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Crestwood Park I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 06451 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 Crestwood Park I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Crestwood Park I in Meriden, CT 06451. 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 Meriden, CT 06451?
Most income-restricted buildings in Meriden, CT 06451 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 $43,600, and $62,250 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($69,750 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 Meriden, CT 06451?
For many programs in Meriden, CT 06451, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $43,600 a year for 1 person and $62,250 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $69,750 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 Meriden, CT 06451?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Meriden, CT 06451, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Meriden, CT 06451 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 Crestwood Park I take Section 8 vouchers?
Crestwood Park I 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. 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.