Barnum House - Affordable Senior Housing
Bridgeport, CT - 06604

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Barnum House - Affordable Senior Housing

140 Fairfield Ave
Bridgeport, CT - 06604
(203) 384-0243


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Last-Modified: 2019-09-06 08:17:49

Barnum House - Affordable Senior Housing is a HUD Apartment. HUD residents usually pay 30% of their gross income for rent. The rent amount, less approved HUD deductions such as medical and child care expenses, and other allowances, includes a utility allowance. HUD Residents also may choose to pay what is known as flat rent. The HACC works with applicants to determine which rent arrangement is best for them.

Median apartment rental rate in this zip code: $1,130
Population in zip code: 27,152
Media age of those living in this zip code: 32
Media household income of those living in this zip code: $36,738
Average home value in this zip code: $186,140


We are a Project Based Section 8 building the rent is based on 30% of your gross income.

Applicants must be 62 years or older to apply for residency.

  • Highlights:
    • 62+ community
    • 83 Studio and One Bedrooms
    • All Utilities Included
    • Resident Library
    • Large Community Room with Kitchen & Big Screen TV
    • Energy Efficient Appliances
    • Fitness Center
    • Laundry Room
    • Se Habla Espaol
    • Controlled Access
    • Courtesy Patrol Service
    • Pet Friendly
    • Twelve Month Leases


Tips Before Applying for Low Income Housing
  • 1. Research all of the different low-income housing programs available in your area. There are a variety of federal, state, and local programs that offer low-income housing assistance. Each program has its own eligibility requirements and application process, so it is important to do your research to find the program that is right for you.
  • 2. Get all of your documentation in order: When you apply for low income housing, you will need to provide documentation of your income, assets, and household composition. This documentation may include tax returns, pay stubs, bank statements, and birth certificates.
  • 3. Be careful and accurate on all information provided: Any false or misleading information on your application will most likely result in your disqualification.
  • 4. Waiting Lists: The waiting lists for most, if not all low-income housing programs is long. Do not limit yourself to only apply to one apartment location.

Qualifications: Do you qualify to live here?
To qualify for low income housing in Connecticut, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Type: One Bedroom Available


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  • If you know the apartment costs, let us know.

    • Thursday, August 16, 2018

      User Response: 30% OF THE GROSS INCOME

  • Are these apartments low income, sliding scale income based?

  • Do you know any waiting list details? Let us know..

    • Thursday, August 16, 2018

      User Response: accepting application for 62yrs or older only. waitlist 3-5yrs

  • Are these apartments safe? Please let us know details.

    • Thursday, August 16, 2018

      User Response: yes-controlled access gate for parking-intercom system to enter building. night courtesy officer 6-10:30pm nightly

  • Are Pets allowed? Please let us know any details.

    • Thursday, August 16, 2018

      User Response: Yes - $300 deposit-$50 down,$10mo until balance is paid in full

  • Which utilities are included in the rent?

    • Thursday, August 16, 2018

      User Response: ELECTRIC,HEAT/HOT WATER/WATER/SEWER/TRASH -$30MO FOR AC USE MAY-SEPT

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Federal Poverty Guidelines for 2023
Persons In Family Household Poverty Guideline
For Households with more than 8 persons, add $4,480 for each additional person.
1 $14,580
2 $19,720
3 $24,860
4 $30,000
5 $35,140
6 $40,280
7 $45,420
8 $50,560

*Alaska and Hawaii have different rates for HUD federal poverty guidelines.
These numbers above represent 100% of the Federal Poverty Rate. In order to get in some apartments the 100% rate changes to things like 200%. In these cases, you will only need to multiply the rate in each category by 2.


Comments
  • Reply User   2022-07-17 11:36:12

    Tengo 67 aņos de edad y necesito encontrar vivienda para mi sola, un estudio o 1 dormitorio apartamento.

  • Reply User   2020-10-26 02:25:17

    I'm looking for a one bed apt. I'm 60yrs old and l am disabled, l use a walker, and trying to find an affordable apartment closer to my family. Thank you.

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