Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Lyndon Center, VT 05850
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 05850 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Lyndon Center, VT 05850. 8 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 05850
Lyndon Hp Phase I
491 Main St, Lyndonville, VT 05851
2.3 mi away
14 units · 12 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Lyndon Hp Phase II
102 Main St, Lyndonville, VT 05851
2.5 mi away
14 units · 11 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Darling Inn
76 Depot St, Lyndonville, VT 05851
2.5 mi away
28 units · Studio–2 BR
- 7 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Lyndon Terrace
16 Lyndon Terrace, Lyndonville, VT 05851
3.3 mi away
39 units · 38 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Burkeland Lane
Burkeland Lane, West Burke, VT 05871
5.9 mi away
23 units · Studio–4+ BR · People experiencing homelessness
Burkeland Lane
28 Burkeland Ln, West Burke, VT 05871
6.1 mi away
23 units · 1–4+ BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 05850
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,530/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $61,200/yr
Income limits (2026)
Caledonia County, VT area · median family income $96,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,000 | $36,650 | $58,650 |
| 2 | $25,150 | $41,900 | $67,000 |
| 3 | $28,300 | $47,150 | $75,400 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $52,350 | $83,750 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $56,550 | $90,450 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $60,750 | $97,150 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $64,950 | $103,850 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $69,150 | $110,550 |
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 | 05850 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,330 | $1,154 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,340 | $1,161 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,530 | $1,327 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,120 | $1,837 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,560 | $2,218 |
Wider area = Caledonia County, VT. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $1,220 (05828) to $1,990 (05867).
Census figures for 05850 (2020–2024 average): 0% of homes are rented.
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 05850's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 05850Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Lyndon Center, VT 05850?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Lyndon Center, VT 05850, 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 Lyndon Center, VT 05850 have openings?
These lists for Lyndon Center, VT 05850 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 Lyndon Center, VT 05850?
Use the phone number on each building card in Lyndon Center, VT 05850. 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 Lyndon Center, VT 05850?
In Lyndon Center, VT 05850, 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 05850?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 05850 right now. 8 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 05850?
Yes — this page also lists 8 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Lyndon Center, VT 05850 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Lyndon Center, VT 05850?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lyndon Center, VT 05850 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 $36,650, and $52,350 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($58,650 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 Lyndon Center, VT 05850?
For many programs in Lyndon Center, VT 05850, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,650 a year for 1 person and $52,350 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $58,650 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 Lyndon Center, VT 05850?
There is no single waiting list for Lyndon Center, VT 05850. 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 Lyndon Center, VT 05850?
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. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Lyndon Center, VT 05850?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lyndon Center, VT 05850, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lyndon Center, VT 05850 is $1,530 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 Lyndon Center, VT 05850?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Lyndon Center, VT 05850. 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 Lyndon Center, VT 05850?
This page may still list buildings in Lyndon Center, VT 05850 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 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.
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