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Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Janesville, WI

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the Rock County Public Housing Authority.

Income may not exceed 50% of the median income from the table below. The Housing Authority must provide 75 percent of vouchers to those whose income does not exceed 30% of the median income listed below.

HUD Income Limits 2024 in Janesville, WI.

HUD Designated Metro Area: Income Limits

2024Median Family Income2024 Yearly Income Limit2024 Yearly Income Limit - Person(s) in Family
Income LimitsCategory12345
Rock County, WI$85,700Very Low Income (50%)$30,350$34,650$39,000$43,300$46,800
Extremely Low Income (30%)$18,200$20,800$25,820$31,200$36,580
Low Income (80%) $48,550$55,450$62,400$69,300$74,850

Rock County Public Housing Authorities

We have listed all of the housing authorities in Rock County. Using the chart above, if you qualify as low income (Very Low Income OR Extremely Low Income), we recommend that you visit your local housing authority. They should be your first stop for housing and rental assistance programs.
1. To get on the waiting list for Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8), visit the links provided below to the closest Rock County housing authority to your city in your city.
2. You can also visit the Housing Authority for other low income housing programs with rent assistance.

Public Housing Eligibility

To be eligible for public housing, households must meet the following requirements:
1. Have an income that is below a certain level.
2. Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident.
3. Have a demonstrated need for housing assistance.

Public housing tenants pay rent based on their income. The rent is typically set at 30% of the household's monthly income.
If you are interested in learning more about public housing, or if you think you may be eligible, you can contact your local housing authority (lsted above). The Public Housing Authority can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for public housing assistance.

Edgerton Housing Authority

800 Elm Drive
Edgerton, WI - 53534
Rock County
Website: https://elmdriveapartments.com/
Phone Number: (608) 884-8454

Evansville Housing Authority WI

455 South 1st Street
Evansville, WI - 53536
Rock County
Website: https://www.evansvillehousing.org/
Phone Number: (608)882-4518

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HUD Housing Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties In Janesville, WI

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Janesville, WI. LIHTC apartment rents are not based on the tenants income. Income credit set aside brackets are selected during the apartment credit applications are used to determine the apartment rents.

The rents are based upon the Area Medium Income (AMI) and tenant based utility allowances. At least 20% of these apartments (listed below), must provide these low rates for low-income tenants.

HUD housing LIHTC Eligibility Requirements

Income: Households must earn below a certain income level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 60% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for LIHTC housing.
Citizenship or residency status: Households must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.
Need for housing assistance: Households must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that they must be unable to afford housing on their own.

In addition to the above requirements, some LIHTC properties may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for LIHTC housing, you can contact your local housing authority (listed above) or search for LIHTC properties (listed below).

LIHTC Maximum Rents

The maximum allowable rents are equal to 30% of the Area Medium Income (AMI), less the utility allowances.

HUD Fair Market Rents for Janesville, WI Rock County

Apartment SizeHUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For AreaLIHTC Maximum Rent
Studio Apartments$797Estimated $239.10 - utility allowance
One Bedroom Apartments$841Estimated $252.30 - utility allowance
Two Bedroom Apartments$1105Estimated $331.50 - utility allowance
Three Bedroom Apartments$1461Estimated $438.30 - utility allowance


Available LIHTC Properties In Janesville, WI

Using the table above you can estimate what you would be paying by checking the LIHTC Maximum Rent section.

Contact these properties for openings and wait lists and price lists.

Hearthside

2203 Hancock Ln
Janesville, WI - 53545
Total Apartment Units: 8
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 8
1 Bedroom apartments 8
Years In Service Since: 1989

Janesville Regency House

100 N Franklin St
Janesville, WI - 53548
Total Apartment Units: 55
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 55
1 Bedroom apartments 49
2 Bedroom apartments 6
Years In Service Since: 1990

Kellogg Avenue Apartments

200 Kellogg Ave
Janesville, WI - 53546
Total Apartment Units: 32
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 32
3 Bedroom apartments 32
Years In Service Since: 1991

Jeffris Flats

318 Dodge St
Janesville, WI - 53548
Total Apartment Units: 11
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 11
2 Bedroom apartments 8
3 Bedroom apartments 3
Years In Service Since: 1993

Wesley Park Apartments

2001 Wesley Ave
Janesville, WI - 53545
Total Apartment Units: 39
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 39
1 Bedroom apartments 14
2 Bedroom apartments 26
Years In Service Since: 1993

Crown Ridge Apartments Homes

1811 Green Forest Run
Janesville, WI - 53546
Total Apartment Units: 52
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 52
1 Bedroom apartments 8
2 Bedroom apartments 28
3 Bedroom apartments 16
Years In Service Since: 1995

River Terrace Apartments

120 N River St
Janesville, WI - 53548
Total Apartment Units: 26
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 26
1 Bedroom apartments 8
2 Bedroom apartments 18
Years In Service Since: 1995

Riverplace Apartments

102 N River St
Janesville, WI - 53548
Total Apartment Units: 43
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 43
1 Bedroom apartments 19
2 Bedroom apartments 25
Years In Service Since: 1995

Wall Street

2700 W Wall St
Janesville, WI - 53548
Total Apartment Units: 32
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 32
2 Bedroom apartments 22
3 Bedroom apartments 10
Years In Service Since: 1995

Janesville School Apartments

408 S Main St
Janesville, WI - 53545
Total Apartment Units: 55
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 55
1 Bedroom apartments 19
2 Bedroom apartments 34
Years In Service Since: 1999

Lexington Court Apartments

2633 N Lexington Dr
Janesville, WI - 53545
Total Apartment Units: 32
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 32
2 Bedroom apartments 24
3 Bedroom apartments 8
Years In Service Since: 2004
Family Apartments: YES

Hamilton Terrace Apartments

1310 Hamilton Ave
Janesville, WI - 53548
Total Apartment Units: 46
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 46
1 Bedroom apartments 16
2 Bedroom apartments 18
3 Bedroom apartments 12
Years In Service Since: 2006
Family Apartments: YES

Janesville Gardens

208 N Main St
Janesville, WI - 53546
Total Apartment Units: 164
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 164
1 Bedroom apartments 140
2 Bedroom apartments 16
3 Bedroom apartments 8
Years In Service Since: 2015

Janesville Commons, Neenah Court, And Menasha Woods

3720-3722 La Mancha Dr
Janesville, WI - 53546
Total Apartment Units: 96
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 96
1 Bedroom apartments 6
2 Bedroom apartments 76
3 Bedroom apartments 14
Years In Service Since: 2018


HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Janesville, WI

The US Department of Housing and Urban Development provides active listings of Section 8 and Multifamily apartments. We have listed them below for you to contact. Check with them to see if they have current availabilities and/or waiting lists. With Section 8 properties, you will need a voucher. Contact the Rock County Public Housing Authorities, listed at the top of this page.

Eligibility for HUD Housing Section 8, you must meet the following requirements:

Income: Your income must be below a certain level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 50% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for Section 8 housing.
Citizenship or residency status: You must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
Need for housing assistance: You must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that you must be unable to afford housing on your own.

In addition to the above requirements, some Section 8 programs may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for Section 8 housing, you can contact your local Public Housing Authority (listed above). The Public Housing Authorities can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for Section 8 assistance.

Tips To Get In To Section 8 Housing:

Local Rules: Each local housing authority has different rules around Section 8. Decide where you want to live and find the housing authorities in charge of those neighborhoods.
Applying for a Voucher: Contact your local Public Housing Agency (PHA) to apply for a voucher. They can tell you if they’re currently accepting new applicants and provide application details.
Payment Standards: Section 8 doesn’t specify a fixed dollar amount for rent assistance. Instead, the PHA sets a payment standard based on local housing market rates.

Green Forest Run Ii

1629 Green Forest Run
Janesville, WI - 53546
Phone: 414-228-1122
Total Apartment Units: 20
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Green Forest Run I

1639 Green Forest Run
Janesville, WI - 53546
Phone: 414-228-1122
Total Apartment Units: 20
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Burbank Plaza

1112 Burbank Ave
Janesville, WI - 53546
Phone: 608-754-4040
Total Apartment Units: 49
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Riverview Heights

930 N. Washington Ave.
Janesville, WI - 53545
Phone: 608-752-5999
Total Apartment Units: 123
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

Lexington Court Townhomes

2633 Lexington Dr
Janesville, WI - 53545
Phone: 262-642-7704
Total Apartment Units: 32
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

Hamilton Terrace

1326 Hamilton Ave
Janesville, WI - 53545
Phone: 414-362-7240
Total Apartment Units: 46
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Garden Court/grant Village

208 N Main St
Janesville, WI - 53545
Phone: 608-755-1755
Total Apartment Units: 165
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing


About our Data

Our data is collected from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development data along with computations based on their rules on apartments/housing.

How does HUD housing work in WI?

You must qualify for the HUD apartments in the area you are searching. Then, you need to apply directly at the location or through the Public Housing Authority.