Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Winooski, VT 05404
9 affordable buildings in 05404 · 85 more within 8 mi
Winooski, VT 05404 has 9 income-restricted buildings: 7 tax credit, 2 Section 8, and 1 senior. 85 more are listed within 8 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 05404
Fort Apartments
397 Ethan Allen Ave (Colchester, Vt 05446); 53, 57, 65 East Spring St (Winooski Vt), Winooski, VT 05404
65 units · 50 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Parc Terrace
10 Manseau Street, Winooski, VT 05404
45 units · 33 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Casavant Overlook
268 East Allen Street, Winooski, VT 05404
39 units · 27 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Genest Building
26 Main St, Winooski, VT 05404
10 units · Studio–1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 05404 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 85 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Mill View Housing
222 Riverside Ave, Burlington, VT 05401
0.7 mi away
12 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Salmon Run Redevelopment
220 Riverside Ave, Burlington, VT 05401
0.7 mi away
79 units · 61 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
McAuley Square Bond
110 Mansfield Ave, Burlington, VT 05401
1.1 mi away
67 units · 63 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Lime Kiln Allocated
378 Lime Kiln Rd, South Burlington, VT 05403
1.3 mi away
24 units · 17 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Lime Kiln Bond
380 Lime Kiln Rd, South Burlington, VT 05403
1.3 mi away
24 units · 21 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Bright Street
27, 35-39, 47 Bright St; 112-114 Archibald St, Burlington, VT 05401
1.3 mi away
40 units · 34 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR · People experiencing homelessness
One Burlington Scattered - 9 Sites
267 N Winooski Ave, Burlington, VT 05401
1.4 mi away
20 units · Studio–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
McAuley Allocated
140 McAuley Sq, Burlington, VT 05401
1.4 mi away
7 units · 6 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Juniper House South (Allocated)
35 Cambrian Way; Units 1, 2 + 3 of the Juniper Community Interest Community, Burlington, VT 05401
1.5 mi away
48 units · 38 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Chicken Bone
Archibald, Pin, Hyde, Grant St, Burlington, VT 05401
1.5 mi away
60 units · 59 income-restricted · Studio–4+ BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
North Street Shriner
268 N St, Burlington, VT 05401
1.5 mi away
4 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Queensbury Road Housing
32 Queensbury Rd, South Burlington, VT 05403
1.5 mi away
18 units · 16 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Howard Center for Human Services
72 N Winooski Ave, Burlington, VT 05401
1.6 mi away
8 units · 7 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 05404
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,320/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $92,800/yr
- Renters in 05404 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 47%
Income limits (2026)
Burlington-South Burlington, VT area · median family income $123,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $26,200 | $43,650 | $69,850 |
| 2 | $29,950 | $49,900 | $79,800 |
| 3 | $33,700 | $56,150 | $89,800 |
| 4 | $37,400 | $62,350 | $99,750 |
| 5 | $40,400 | $67,350 | $107,750 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $72,350 | $115,750 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $77,350 | $123,700 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $82,350 | $131,700 |
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 | 05404 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,660 | $1,550 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,840 | $1,719 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,320 | $2,165 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,930 | $2,733 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,050 | $2,845 |
Wider area = Burlington-South Burlington, VT. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 9 nearby ZIPs range from $1,940 (05482) to $2,420 (05401).
Census figures for 05404 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,643. Median household income $79,522. 65% of homes are rented. 47% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 18% 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 05404's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 05404Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Winooski, VT 05404?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Winooski, VT 05404, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Winooski, VT 05404 have openings?
These lists for Winooski, VT 05404 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Winooski, VT 05404?
Use the phone number on each building card in Winooski, VT 05404. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Winooski, VT 05404?
In Winooski, VT 05404, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 05404?
This directory lists 9 income-restricted buildings in Winooski, VT 05404. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 05404?
Yes — this page also lists 85 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Winooski, VT 05404 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Winooski, VT 05404?
Most income-restricted buildings in Winooski, VT 05404 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 $43,650, and $62,350 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($69,850 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 Winooski, VT 05404?
For many programs in Winooski, VT 05404, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $43,650 a year for 1 person and $62,350 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $69,850 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Winooski, VT 05404?
There is no single waiting list for Winooski, VT 05404. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Winooski, VT 05404?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Winooski, VT 05404. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Winooski, VT 05404?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Winooski, VT 05404, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Winooski, VT 05404 is $2,320 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Winooski, VT 05404?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Winooski, VT 05404. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Winooski, VT 05404?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Winooski, VT 05404. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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.
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