Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Chippewa Falls, WI

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the Chippewa 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 2023 in Chippewa Falls, WI.

HUD Designated Metro Area: Income Limits

2023Median Family Income2023 Yearly Income Limit2023 Yearly Income Limit - Person(s) in Family
Income LimitsCategory12345
Chippewa County, WI$91,300Very Low Income (50%)$41,100$45,650$49,350$53,000$56,650
Extremely Low Income (30%)$24,860$30,000$35,140$40,280$45,420
Low Income (80%) $65,750$73,050$78,900$84,750$90,600

Chippewa County Public Housing Authorities

We have listed all of the housing authorities in Chippewa 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 Chippewa 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.

Chippewa County Housing Authority

711 North Bridge Street
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
Chippewa County
Website: https://www.co.chippewa.wi.us/
Phone Number: (715) 726-7933

Stanley Housing Authority

124 W 4th Avenue
Stanley, WI - 54768
Chippewa County
Phone Number: (715) 644-5755

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

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Chippewa Falls, 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 Chippewa Falls, WI Chippewa County

Apartment SizeHUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For AreaLIHTC Maximum Rent
Studio Apartments$639Estimated $191.70 - utility allowance
One Bedroom Apartments$836Estimated $250.80 - utility allowance
Two Bedroom Apartments$1131Estimated $339.30 - utility allowance
Three Bedroom Apartments$1295Estimated $388.50 - utility allowance


Available LIHTC Properties In Chippewa Falls, 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.

Pumphouse Crossing I

400 Pumphouse Rd
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
Total Apartment Units: 72
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 72
3 Bedroom apartments 72
Years In Service Since: 1987

Romeis Millstream Apartments Ii

509 N High St
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
Total Apartment Units: 61
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 61
1 Bedroom apartments 60
2 Bedroom apartments 1
Years In Service Since: 1989

Northland Chippewa Hotel

16 Bay St
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
Total Apartment Units: 12
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 12
1 Bedroom apartments 6
2 Bedroom apartments 4
Years In Service Since: 1992

Pumphouse Crossing Ii

410 Pumphouse Rd
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
Total Apartment Units: 48
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 48
1 Bedroom apartments 32
3 Bedroom apartments 16
Years In Service Since: 1994

The Shoe Factory

36 W River St
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
Total Apartment Units: 32
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 32
1 Bedroom apartments 22
Years In Service Since: 1995

Songbird

635 Dutchman Dr
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
Total Apartment Units: 24
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 24
1 Bedroom apartments 4
2 Bedroom apartments 8
3 Bedroom apartments 12
Years In Service Since: 1997

Homestead Village Senior Apartments

320 Colome St
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
Total Apartment Units: 48
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 48
1 Bedroom apartments 25
2 Bedroom apartments 23
Years In Service Since: 2002

Northern Apartments

6 W Grand Ave
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
Total Apartment Units: 43
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 43
1 Bedroom apartments 42
2 Bedroom apartments 1
Years In Service Since: 2008

Homestead Village Ii

320 E Colome
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
Total Apartment Units: 24
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 24
1 Bedroom apartments 10
2 Bedroom apartments 14
Years In Service Since: 2011

The Landing Apartments Fka. Homestead Family

390 E Colome St
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
Total Apartment Units: 40
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 40
1 Bedroom apartments 14
2 Bedroom apartments 18
3 Bedroom apartments 8
Years In Service Since: 2016


HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Chippewa Falls, 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 Chippewa 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.

Northern Hotel Apartments

6 W Grand Ave
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
Phone: 715-723-7875
Total Apartment Units: 43
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

Millstream Ii

509 High Street
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
Phone: (608) 836-1152
Total Apartment Units: 61
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

Grace Parkside Apt

49 E Spring St
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
Phone: 715-832-1174
Total Apartment Units: 18
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously 202/81

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.

Romeis Millstream Apartments 1

607 High St
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
Phone: (608) 836-1152
Total Apartment Units: 108
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

Bridgewater Apts

807 Bridgewater Ave
Chippewa Falls, WI - 54729
Phone: 715-834-2691
Total Apartment Units: 40
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure


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.