Norman Ray House — Income-Restricted Housing in Seymour, CT 06483
133 Walnut St, Seymour, CT 06483
40 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour
- Residents waited about 22 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (203) 888-4579Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (203) 888-4579.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 40 1 bedroom
- Average tenant rent
- $481/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Rev Albert A. Callahan
32 Smith St, Seymour, CT 06483
0.6 mi away
80 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour
- Residents waited about 17 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Riverside Apartments
75 Central St Apt 15, Ansonia, CT 06401
3.4 mi away
108 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Ansonia
- Residents waited about 55 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
11 May Street
11 May St, Ansonia, CT 06401
3.6 mi away
2 units
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Ansonia
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Rents and income limits in 06483
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,770/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $70,800/yr
- Renters in 06483 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 45%
Income limits (2026)
Waterbury-Shelton, CT area · median family income $114,000. 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 | 06483 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,270 | $1,249 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,360 | $1,336 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,770 | $1,745 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,220 | $2,184 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,640 | $2,599 |
Wider area = Waterbury-Shelton, CT. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,720 (06478) to $2,800 (06477).
Census figures for 06483 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,608. Median household income $107,708. 26% of homes are rented. 45% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 14% 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 06483's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 06483Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Norman Ray House?
Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Seymour, which runs Norman Ray House. Call (203) 888-4579. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Norman Ray House Section 8 housing?
Norman Ray House is public housing, not a project-based Section 8 contract. Apply with the housing authority. A Housing Choice Voucher is a separate program.
How many units are at Norman Ray House?
Public records list 40 units at Norman Ray House in Seymour, CT 06483. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Norman Ray House?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 06483 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 Norman Ray House?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Norman Ray House in Seymour, CT 06483. 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 Seymour, CT 06483?
Most income-restricted buildings in Seymour, CT 06483 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 Seymour, CT 06483?
For many programs in Seymour, CT 06483, 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 Seymour, CT 06483?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Seymour, CT 06483, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Seymour, CT 06483 is $1,770 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 Norman Ray House take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Norman Ray House has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Seymour, CT 06483 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Norman Ray House.
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.