Milford Housing Agency Reports 48 Vacant Apartments
The local housing authority holds 14.46% of its units empty as hundreds remain on the public housing waiting list.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Apartments
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As of Oct. 6, 2026, the Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership reported 48 vacant apartments out of 332 total units. The agency, which currently manages a waiting list of approximately 240 people, faces a 14.46% vacancy rate.
Why it matters
The high number of empty units underscores significant management challenges for the agency as it works to address the needs of local residents. The vacancy rate exceeds the national public housing average of 5.21% while many individuals continue to wait for available homes.
The agency maintains 332 total apartments and reported 48 vacancies as of Oct. 6, 2026. Data indicates that six units remained empty for more than 300 days, with one apartment sitting vacant for 711 days.
The players
Milford Redevelopment & Housing Partnership
This local agency oversees the administration and maintenance of public housing units within the city.
Anthony Vasiliou
The former employee of the housing authority was placed on paid administrative leave following his retirement.
The details
The agency is responding to the vacancy backlog by implementing new standard operating procedures for tenant occupancy and hiring additional housing managers. These units are expected to be filled over the next two to three months as staffing increases.
Timeline
June 30, 2025: Anthony Vasiliou retired from his position.
Sept. 23, 2026: Anthony Vasiliou was placed on paid administrative leave.
Oct. 6, 2026: The housing agency recorded a vacancy rate of 14.46%.
Next 2 to 3 months: The agency expects to fill the current vacant units.
Culture Shift
This situation highlights a divergence from the national public housing vacancy rate of 5.21% as the agency attempts to modernize its operational standards. The transition mirrors a broader trend in municipal housing authorities seeking to address long-term vacancy backlogs through improved management.
Residents currently on the waiting list may see more housing opportunities open up as the agency works to fill vacancies over the coming months. These management changes are designed to streamline the leasing process and improve access to affordable living spaces.
The takeaway
Effective management of public housing units is essential for maintaining community support and providing timely aid to those in need. Moving forward, the agency must prioritize occupancy to ensure that available homes are utilized efficiently.
Further reading
For more information on housing availability, visit the Apartments section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by New Haven Register.
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