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Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Cudahy, WI

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the Milwaukee 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 Cudahy, WI.

HUD Designated Metro Area: Income Limits

2024Median Family Income2024 Yearly Income Limit2024 Yearly Income Limit - Person(s) in Family
Income LimitsCategory12345
Milwaukee County, WI$102,100Very Low Income (50%)$35,750$40,850$45,950$51,050$55,150
Extremely Low Income (30%)$21,500$24,550$27,600$31,200$36,580
Low Income (80%) $57,200$65,400$73,550$81,700$88,250

Milwaukee County Public Housing Authorities

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

Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee

809 North Broadway
Milwaukee, WI - 53202
Milwaukee County
Website: http://www.hacm.org/
Phone Number: (414)286-5678

South Milwaukee Housing Authority

2906 6th Avenue
South Milwaukee, WI - 53172
Milwaukee County
Website: https://smwi.org/housing-authority/
Phone Number: (414) 762-4114

West Allis Housing Authority

7525 West Greenfield Avenue
West Allis, WI - 53214
Milwaukee County
Website: https://www.westalliswi.gov/305/Housing-Choice-Voucher-Program
Phone Number: (414)302-8430

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

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Cudahy, 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 Cudahy, WI Milwaukee County

Apartment SizeHUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For AreaLIHTC Maximum Rent
Studio Apartments$845Estimated $253.50 - utility allowance
One Bedroom Apartments$979Estimated $293.70 - utility allowance
Two Bedroom Apartments$1170Estimated $351.00 - utility allowance
Three Bedroom Apartments$1460Estimated $438.00 - utility allowance


Available LIHTC Properties In Cudahy, 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.

Williamstown Bay I

3400 E Ramsey Ave
Cudahy, WI - 53110
Total Apartment Units: 52
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 52
1 Bedroom apartments 46
2 Bedroom apartments 6
Years In Service Since: 1990

Williamstown Bay Ii

3350 E Ramsey Ave
Cudahy, WI - 53110
Total Apartment Units: 52
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 52
1 Bedroom apartments 21
2 Bedroom apartments 31
Years In Service Since: 1992

Williamstown Bay Iii

3300 E Ramsey Ave
Cudahy, WI - 53110
Total Apartment Units: 40
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 40
1 Bedroom apartments 34
2 Bedroom apartments 6
Years In Service Since: 1995

Cudahy Senior Housing

4600 S Nicholson Ave
Cudahy, WI - 53110
Total Apartment Units: 48
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 48
1 Bedroom apartments 31
2 Bedroom apartments 17
Years In Service Since: 1997

Cudahy Commons Apt Homes

4560 S Nicholson Ave
Cudahy, WI - 53110
Total Apartment Units: 64
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 64
1 Bedroom apartments 18
2 Bedroom apartments 39
3 Bedroom apartments 9
Years In Service Since: 2000

The New Meadow View Apartments

2810 E Edgerton Ave
Cudahy, WI - 53110
Total Apartment Units: 142
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 142
1 Bedroom apartments 24
2 Bedroom apartments 118
Years In Service Since: 2003
Family Apartments: YES

Layton Square

3553 E Layton Ave
Cudahy, WI - 53110
Total Apartment Units: 57
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 57
1 Bedroom apartments 21
2 Bedroom apartments 27
3 Bedroom apartments 9
Years In Service Since: 2017


HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Cudahy, 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 Milwaukee 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.

Nicholson Square Apts.

4600 S. Nicholson Ave.
Cudahy, WI - 53110
Phone: (414) 228-1122
Total Apartment Units: 13
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

Washington Square Apartments

2930 E Grange Ave
Cudahy, WI - 53110
Phone: 414-276-1515
Total Apartment Units: 88
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

Evergreen Square Of Cudahy

3757 E Ramsey Ave
Cudahy, WI - 53110
Phone: (414) 276-1515
Total Apartment Units: 105
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

Cifaldi Square

5555 S Kirkwood Ave
Cudahy, WI - 53110
Phone: (262) 240-9406
Total Apartment Units: 22
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


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.