Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut
Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region has a HUD fair market rent of $1,902 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $1,365 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $36.58 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,902
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- 6% less than in Connecticut
- Typical rent
- $1,365
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 8% less than in Connecticut
- Wage needed
- $36.58
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $76,080 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 51%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 3% less than in Connecticut
Only here
Renting in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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Nearby, in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, the typical rent is $1,155: 15% less than in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region ($1,365).
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).
Fair market rent
What HUD sets for each size
Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.
The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
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| Studio | $1,324 | $25.46 | $52,960 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,518 | $29.19 | $60,720 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,902 | $36.58 | $76,080 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,418 | $46.50 | $96,720 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,995 | $57.60 | $119,800 |
HUD area: Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT MSA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027
Rent burden
How many households spend too much
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, 51% of renter households are in that position; in Connecticut, 53%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).
Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.
51%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
40,427 households rent in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region
- Spend half or more of their income 24%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 27%
- Spend less than 30% 49%
Compared with the state and the country
- Southeastern Connecticut 51%
- Connecticut 53%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region
HUD lists 62 properties with homes for low-income households in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 26
- HUD-assisted
- 33
- public housing
- 3
5,933 homes in all; 5,369 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Branford Manor Apts HUD-assisted 37 Mather Ave, Groton 06340 442 homes, 441 low-income · For families · (860) 445-6076
- Windham Heights Apartments HUD-assisted 112-116 Scott RD, Willimantic 06226 350 homes, 345 low-income · For families · (860) 456-1284
- Winthrop Squares Phases I & II Tax credit (LIHTC) 59 Federal St, New London 295 low-income homes · In service since 1988
- Winthrop Square Apts I & II HUD-assisted 47 Federal St, New London 06320 295 homes, 294 low-income · For families · (860) 442-8482
- Winthrop Square Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 254 Eugene Oneill Dr, New London 294 low-income homes · 1 bd: 14 · 2 bd: 70 · 3 bd: 195 · 4 bd: 15 · In service since 2008 · For families
- John J. Ashton Tower Public housing 621 Valley St, Willimantic 06226 250 low-income homes · Run by Willimantic Housing Authority · Average payment: $434 a month · Average wait: 15 months · (860) 456-2086
- Oakwood Knoll Public housing Norwich 06360 177 low-income homes · Run by Norwich Housing Authority · Average payment: $530 a month · Average wait: 63 months · (860) 887-1605
- Brookside Village HUD-assisted 110 Brookside Ln, Pawcatuck 06379 160 low-income homes · For older adults · (860) 599-5030
- Mohican Historic Apts. Tax credit (LIHTC) 281 State St, New London 146 homes, 145 low-income · Studio: 27 · 1 bd: 110 · 2 bd: 9 · In service since 2015 · For older adults
- Village Heights HUD-assisted 108B Cameo Dr, Willimantic 06226 142 low-income homes · For families · (860) 456-1518
- Hamilton Park HUD-assisted 281 Hamilton Ave, Norwich 06360 120 low-income homes · For older adults · (860) 887-4912
- Huntington Towers HUD-assisted 149 Huntington St, New London 06320 120 low-income homes · For families · (860) 447-2282
- Mohican Tax credit (LIHTC) 281 Captains Walk, New London 146 homes, 116 low-income · In service since 1988
- Poquonnock Village HUD-assisted 1039 Poquonnock Rd, Groton 06340 113 low-income homes · For families · (860) 446-0095
- The Homes at Pride Point Tax credit (LIHTC) 27 Boulder Dr, New London 126 homes, 107 low-income · 2 bd: 66 · 3 bd: 60 · In service since 2010 · For families
- Avery Heights HUD-assisted 300 Brandegee Ave, Groton 06340 105 homes, 104 low-income · For older adults · (207) 829-9200
- Williams Park Public housing 127 Hempstead St, New London 06320 100 homes, 99 low-income · Run by New London Housing Authority · Average payment: $346 a month · Average wait: 20 months · (860) 443-2851
- Wequonnoc Village HUD-assisted 24 N 5th Ave, Taftville 06380 97 low-income homes · For older adults · (860) 886-2563
- Hevrin Terrace HUD-assisted 71 Keating St, Willimantic 06226 90 low-income homes · For families · (860) 456-1413
- Mohegan Commons HUD-assisted 90 North St, Norwich 06360 183 homes, 88 low-income · For families · (860) 886-4088
- Country Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 1 Birch Cir, Colchester 84 low-income homes · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 66 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 1993
- County Place Phase II Tax credit (LIHTC) 1 Cobble Way, Colchester 82 low-income homes · 1 bd: 31 · 2 bd: 20 · 3 bd: 31 · In service since 1995
- Kingswood Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 466 Ash St, Willimantic 110 homes, 77 low-income · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 92 · 3 bd: 10
- Stonington Arms HUD-assisted 133 S Broad St, Pawcatuck 06379 76 homes, 75 low-income · For older adults · (860) 599-3859
- Village Court HUD-assisted 70 Mechanic St, Norwich 06360 75 low-income homes · For older adults · (860) 887-7805
- Hedgewood Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 101 Sandy Ln, Norwich 100 homes, 72 low-income · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 84 · 3 bd: 8
- Victoria Gardens Tax credit (LIHTC) 105 Boston Post Rd, Waterford 90 homes, 72 low-income · 1 bd: 85 · 2 bd: 5 · In service since 2018 · For older adults
- Lofts at Ponemah Mills (THE) Tax credit (LIHTC) 607 Norwich Ave, Taftville 116 homes, 70 low-income · 1 bd: 47 · 2 bd: 66 · 3 bd: 3 · In service since 2017 · For families
- The Wauregan Tax credit (LIHTC) 25 Broadway, Norwich 75 homes, 70 low-income · Studio: 62 · 1 bd: 8
- Wauregan Hotel Tax credit (LIHTC) 192 Main St, Norwich 70 low-income homes · Studio: 9 · 1 bd: 60 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2006 · For families
- Cedarwoods Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) Cameo Drive + 87 Roanoke Ave., Willimantic 56 low-income homes · 1 bd: 56 · In service since 2012 · For families
- Ahepa 250 I - Niantic HUD-assisted 267 Roxbury Rd, Niantic 06357 54 low-income homes · For older adults · (860) 691-1129
- Ahepa 250 II - Waterford HUD-assisted 95 Clark Ln, Waterford 06385 54 low-income homes · For older adults · (860) 442-0078
- Chase Manor II HUD-assisted 85 Norman Rd, Norwich 06360 53 low-income homes · For older adults · (860) 889-2792
- Ahepa 250-V HUD-assisted 269 Roxbury Rd, Niantic 06357 52 low-income homes · For older adults · (860) 691-3329
- Deerfield Village II Tax credit (LIHTC) 10 King Arthur Dr, Niantic 54 homes, 50 low-income · 2 bd: 54 · In service since 1995
- Ahepa 110 - BLDG 1 HUD-assisted 110 Pukallus Ave, Norwich 06360 50 low-income homes · For older adults · (860) 823-1131
- Ahepa 250-IV HUD-assisted 265 Roxbury Rd, Niantic 06357 50 low-income homes · For older adults · (860) 691-2692
- Chase Manor I HUD-assisted 55 Norman Rd, Norwich 06360 50 low-income homes · For older adults · (860) 889-7677
- Summitwoods Tax credit (LIHTC) 30 Mopsic Ct, Norwich 119 homes, 48 low-income · 1 bd: 29 · 2 bd: 60 · 3 bd: 30
- Artspace Norwich Tax credit (LIHTC) 35 Chestnut St, Norwich 58 homes, 47 low-income · 1 bd: 21 · 2 bd: 36 · 3 bd: 9 · In service since 2001
- Ahepa 110 - BLDG III HUD-assisted 370 Hamilton Ave, Norwich 06360 46 low-income homes · For older adults · (860) 859-9624
- Ahepa 110 - BLDG II HUD-assisted 380 Hamilton Ave, Norwich 06360 42 low-income homes · For older adults · (860) 887-5480
- Ahepa 250 III - Groton HUD-assisted 251 Drozdyk Dr, Groton 06340 40 low-income homes · For older adults · (860) 449-0283
- Artspace Windham Tax credit (LIHTC) 480 Main St, Willimantic 50 homes, 38 low-income · 1 bd: 17 · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 20 · In service since 2005 · For families
- Amston Village LP Tax credit (LIHTC) 500 Amston Rd, Colchester 32 low-income homes · 1 bd: 28 · 2 bd: 4 · In service since 2008 · For older adults
- Brick Row Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 25 Vermont Dr, Willimantic 30 low-income homes · Studio: 6 · 1 bd: 24 · In service since 1997
- Country Place of Colchester LP Tax credit (LIHTC) 7 Meadow Dr, Colchester 28 low-income homes · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 22
- Elisha Brook/Access Senior Housing HUD-assisted 56 New Park Ave, North Franklin 06254 27 low-income homes · For older adults · (860) 886-0367
- Nutmeg Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 228 Dr Foote Rd, Colchester 27 low-income homes · In service since 1988
- Hillside Apts Phase II HUD-assisted 29 Mopsic St, Norwich 06360 26 low-income homes · For families · (860) 951-9411
- Ledgewood Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 35 Pleasant View St, Jewett City 27 homes, 25 low-income · 1 bd: 27 · In service since 1996
- Kingswood Apartments HUD-assisted 466 Ash St, Willimantic 06226 110 homes, 22 low-income · For families · (860) 423-9880
- Jordan Brook Terrace Tax credit (LIHTC) 55 Yorkshire Dr, Waterford 25 homes, 21 low-income · 1 bd: 25 · In service since 1998
- Indian Ridge 1/Griswold Family Housing HUD-assisted 404 E Main St, Jewett City 06351 13 low-income homes · For families · (860) 537-7044
- Jefferson Commons Apts HUD-assisted 432 Jefferson Ave, New London 06320 12 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (860) 574-9495
- Lebanon Group Homes HUD-assisted 158 Bascom Rd, Lebanon 06249 12 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (860) 242-2274
- Saint Mary Place HUD-assisted 16 Huntington St, New London 06320 15 homes, 10 low-income · (860) 951-9411
- Pleasant ST House HUD-assisted 306 Pleasant St, Willimantic 06226 5 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (860) 423-4534
- Reliance Apartments HUD-assisted 81 Union St, Norwich 06360 5 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (860) 887-6536
- Cedarwoods Tax credit (LIHTC) 200 Cameo Dr, Willimantic 60 homes
- Summitwoods II Tax credit (LIHTC) 15 Mopsic Ct, Norwich 22 homes · 3 bd: 22 · In service since 2011
Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.
Section 8
The Section 8 voucher in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. Your public housing agency runs it. 3 agencies serve in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region. Here is what the rules say:
The rules, with their source
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You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
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Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
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Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
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If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
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When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
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Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)
| People | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low |
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| 1 person | $26,150 | $43,600 | $69,750 |
| 2 people | $29,900 | $49,800 | $79,700 |
| 3 people | $33,650 | $56,050 | $89,650 |
| 4 people | $37,350 | $62,250 | $99,600 |
| 5 people | $40,350 | $67,250 | $107,600 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $72,250 | $115,550 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $77,200 | $123,550 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $82,200 | $131,500 |
Area median income: $111,900. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT MSA. Where a single figure is needed, we use Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT MSA, the area where most people live. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Income limits by HUD area in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region
HUD splits this region into 3 areas, each with its own limits. These are for 4 people; find your town in its area's list. The agency tells you which one is yours.
| HUD area | Median income | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low (80%) |
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Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT MSA The area where most people live 17 towns in this areaBozrah town, East Lyme town, Franklin town, Griswold town, Groton town, Ledyard town, Lisbon town, Montville town, New London town, North Stonington town, Norwich town, Preston town, Salem town, Sprague town, Stonington town, Waterford town, Windham town | $111,900 | $37,350 | $62,250 | $99,600 |
Colchester town, CT Exception Area 1 town in this areaColchester town | $111,900 | $40,250 | $67,050 | $106,800 |
Lebanon town, CT Exception Area 1 town in this areaLebanon town | $111,900 | $40,250 | $67,050 | $106,800 |
HUD income limits by area for 4 people, per year, Fiscal year 2026. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026 Source: Income Limits (HUD) Fiscal year 2026 Income Limits (HUD) (external site)
Possible payment standard
- Studio $1,192 – $1,456
- 1 bedroom $1,366 – $1,670
- 2 bedrooms $1,712 – $2,092
- 3 bedrooms $2,176 – $2,660
- 4 bedrooms $2,696 – $3,295
The range the rule allows: 90% to 110% of the county's fair market rent. Your agency publishes its own.
Housing agencies that serve this place
- Willimantic Housing Authority Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 511 vouchers · 250 public housing units (860) 456-2086 Willimantic Housing Authority: mjimenez@willimantichousingauthority.org
- Norwich Housing Authority Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 519 vouchers · 177 public housing units (860) 887-1605 Norwich Housing Authority: jeffa@norwichha.org
- New London Housing Authority Public housing · 99 public housing units (860) 443-2851 New London Housing Authority: Director@newlondonhousing.org
Housing agencies in Connecticut Source: HUD, Retrieved November 6, 2026
Your rights as a tenant in Connecticut
What Connecticut law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.
See your rights, rule by ruleCompare these rules with other states →
A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.
- How much can they charge for a deposit?
- Up to 2 months of rent
- Conn. Gen. Stat. §47a-21(b)
- Only a court order can remove youConn. Gen. Stat. §§47a-43, 47a-46
Help
Where to get help with rent in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region
This HUD-approved agency has an office in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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New London Homeless Hospitality Center
727 Bank St, New London
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Pre-purchase counseling
- and 3 more
Tool
How much cash do you need to move in?
It starts with the 2-bedroom fair market rent in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region. Change the rent, the deposit and the fees to yours: the numbers stay in your browser.
Count power on top of the rent: in Connecticut, the average home bill was $200 a month in 2024 (EIA). See electricity and gas costs
Your move
We use the place's fair market rent and the state's deposit rule.
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Cash to move in
$3,804
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $1,902
- Security deposit
- $1,902
- Total
- $3,804
When you'll have it
Enter what you can set aside each month to see how long it takes.
What helps
- Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
- On move-in day, walk through the home and take dated photos.
- Never send money for a home you haven't seen or a lease you haven't read.
This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fair market rent in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $1,324; 1 bedroom: $1,518; 2 bedrooms: $1,902; 3 bedrooms: $2,418; 4 bedrooms: $2,995. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($1,902) without spending more than 30% of income takes $36.58 an hour full time, or $76,080 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $62,250–$67,050 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.
How much does Section 8 pay in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region?
The voucher pays up to your housing agency's payment standard, minus your share. The rule lets the agency set it between 90% and 110% of the fair market rent: for 2 bedrooms here, between $1,712 and $2,092 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
How many low-income apartments are there in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region?
HUD lists 62 properties with homes for low-income households in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.
How many households spend too much on rent in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, 51% of renter households are in that position; in Connecticut, 53%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).