French Block — Income-Restricted Housing in Montpelier, VT 05601
42 Main Street, Montpelier, VT 05601
18 units · 14 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
How to apply
- No phone is listed. Try visiting the property or asking the city housing office how to apply.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 2019
- Income limit
- 60% AMI
- Bedrooms
- 2 Studio · 16 1 bedroom
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Rents and income limits in 05601
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,780/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $71,200/yr
Income limits (2026)
Washington County, VT 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 | $23,950 | $39,900 | $63,850 |
| 2 | $27,400 | $45,600 | $73,000 |
| 3 | $30,800 | $51,300 | $82,100 |
| 4 | $34,200 | $57,000 | $91,200 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $61,600 | $98,500 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $66,150 | $105,800 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $70,700 | $113,100 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $75,250 | $120,400 |
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 | 05601 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,240 | $1,242 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,360 | $1,363 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,780 | $1,783 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,230 | $2,230 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,340 | $2,343 |
Wider area = Washington County, VT. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 10 nearby ZIPs range from $1,520 (05651) to $2,230 (05679).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 05601's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 05601Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to French Block?
No phone is listed for French Block. Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is French Block Section 8 housing?
French Block is listed as income-restricted housing in Montpelier, VT 05601 (lihtc). It is not labeled as project-based Section 8 in this file. Call to ask which programs they run.
How many units are at French Block?
Public records list 18 units at French Block in Montpelier, VT 05601. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near French Block?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 05601 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 French Block?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at French Block in Montpelier, VT 05601. 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 Montpelier, VT 05601?
Most income-restricted buildings in Montpelier, VT 05601 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 $39,900, and $57,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($63,850 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 Montpelier, VT 05601?
For many programs in Montpelier, VT 05601, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $39,900 a year for 1 person and $57,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $63,850 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 Montpelier, VT 05601?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Montpelier, VT 05601, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Montpelier, VT 05601 is $1,780 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 French Block take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that French Block has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Montpelier, VT 05601 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call French Block.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.