Saint Pauls Flax Hill Co-Op — Income-Restricted Housing in Norwalk, CT 06854
28 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Norwalk, CT 06854
86 units · 16 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Leasing office: (203) 838-9813Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (203) 838-9813 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
- 1976
- Bedrooms
- 2 1 bedroom · 9 2 bedrooms · 4 3 bedrooms · 1 4+ bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 86/100 (Feb 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 06854
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,400/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $96,000/yr
- Renters in 06854 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 54%
Income limits (2026)
Norwalk town, CT area · median family income $156,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $34,250 | $57,050 | $82,000 |
| 2 | $39,150 | $65,200 | $93,700 |
| 3 | $44,050 | $73,350 | $105,400 |
| 4 | $48,900 | $81,500 | $117,100 |
| 5 | $52,850 | $88,050 | $126,500 |
| 6 | $56,750 | $94,550 | $135,850 |
| 7 | $60,650 | $101,100 | $145,250 |
| 8 | $64,550 | $107,600 | $154,600 |
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 | 06854 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,670 | $1,671 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,070 | $2,071 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,400 | $2,399 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,880 | $2,878 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,570 | $3,573 |
Wider area = Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $2,470 (06855) to $3,600 (06840).
Census figures for 06854 (2020–2024 average): median rent $2,049. Median household income $86,679. 53% of homes are rented. 54% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 28% 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 06854's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 06854Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Saint Pauls Flax Hill Co-Op?
Call (203) 838-9813 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Saint Pauls Flax Hill Co-Op in Norwalk, CT 06854. These records do not show openings.
Is Saint Pauls Flax Hill Co-Op Section 8 housing?
Saint Pauls Flax Hill Co-Op 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 Saint Pauls Flax Hill Co-Op?
Public records list 86 units at Saint Pauls Flax Hill Co-Op in Norwalk, CT 06854. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Saint Pauls Flax Hill Co-Op?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 06854 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 Saint Pauls Flax Hill Co-Op?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Saint Pauls Flax Hill Co-Op in Norwalk, CT 06854. 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 Norwalk, CT 06854?
Most income-restricted buildings in Norwalk, CT 06854 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 $57,050, and $81,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($82,000 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 Norwalk, CT 06854?
For many programs in Norwalk, CT 06854, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $57,050 a year for 1 person and $81,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $82,000 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 Norwalk, CT 06854?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Norwalk, CT 06854, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Norwalk, CT 06854 is $2,400 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 Saint Pauls Flax Hill Co-Op take Section 8 vouchers?
Saint Pauls Flax Hill Co-Op 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.