Rosenthal Gardens

63 Kirkham St, Branford, Connecticut 06405

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Rosenthal Gardens is a 17-unit senior housing complex on Kirkham Street in Branford, which was offered to the town for use as affordable housing by Jane Rosenthal and her late husband Dr. Richard Rosenthal. In 2006, the project converted the existing residence, a Georgian Manor home, into five senior housing units, and constructed a brand new building to house an additional twelve units. The project is a shining example of historical restoration paired with conscientious development.

Approximately one acre of the property contains a garden known as Twin Pools because of two man-made pools that are part of the design. A small walkway meanders through the garden and over a small bridge. The trees and shrubs are native species and rare in their size. The original private garden was renovated in 2006 with the support of the Branford Garden Club and the Branford Community Foundation.

Eligibility for Rosenthal Gardens

Generally, households earning up to the income limit in the table below for their household size are eligible for units participating in the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program in Branford but actual income limits may differ for units at Rosenthal Gardens.

AMI Band	1 Person	2 Person	3 Person	4 Person	5 Person	6 Person	7 Person	8 Person
Very Low Income (50%)	$42,150	$48,150	$54,150	$60,150	$65,000	$69,800	$74,600	$79,400
Low Income (60%)	$50,580	$57,780	$64,980	$72,180	$78,000	$83,760	$89,520	$95,280

Rosenthal Gardens Details

17 bedroom units.
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)

Property Amenities

Elevator
Community Room
On-Site Parking
Resident Service Coordinator
Laundry Facilities

Unit Amenities

Air Conditioning

Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)

Since this property has received funding in part through the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program, a certain number of units are set aside for lower income households. Households must earn either less than 50% or 60% of the area median income (depending on the set-aside option chosen by the property owner) to qualify for these units. Rents in these units are capped at a maximum of 30% of the set-aside area median income (adjusted for unit size). Some rental units in this property may not be subject to LIHTC and therefore have higher rents and no maximum household income requirement.