According to the Vermont Directory of Affordable Rental Housing, 50 affordable housing properties throughout the state have vacancy listings. To learn more about specific apartments, requirements and availability, click on the name of the property below or visit the vacancy profile link on our website.
Vermont COVID Emergency Mortgage Assistance applications accepted through November 6
November 6, 2020 will be the last day for Vermont homeowners behind on their mortgage payments due to COVID to submit applications for mortgage assistance grants. Funded by the federal CARES Act, Vermont Mortgage Assistance grants for up to 6 months of missed payments are available to any homeowner who meets eligibility criteria, even if they have already arranged a forbearance agreement.
Vermont Legislature and Governor expand options for accessory dwelling units
Vermont sealed the approval of legislation this week to ease the challenges faced by residents seeking to add an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) to existing residential properties.
ADUs are small houses or apartments that exist on the same property lot as a single-family residence. This once-popular home type is re-emerging as an affordable and flexible housing option that can help meet the growing needs of older adults and young families.
VHFA celebrates 86 apartments completed in Vergennes, Shaftsbury and Fair Haven
VHFA Executive Director Maura Collins traveled the western side of the state in late September to celebrate the completion of 46 newly constructed and 40 renovated perpetually affordable apartments. “Affordable housing is needed now more than ever as we begin to recover from COVID-19," Collins remarked. “In addition to providing affordable, stable homes for Vermonters, these apartments boost the local economy, connecting residents with jobs and local businesses.”