Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In West Allis, 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 2023 in West Allis, WI.

HUD Designated Metro Area: Income Limits

2023Median Family Income2023 Yearly Income Limit2023 Yearly Income Limit - Person(s) in Family
Income LimitsCategory12345
Milwaukee County, WI$100,600Very Low Income (50%)$45,000$49,950$53,950$57,950$61,950
Extremely Low Income (30%)$27,000$30,000$35,140$40,280$45,420
Low Income (80%) $71,950$79,900$86,300$92,700$99,100

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

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

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

Apartment SizeHUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For AreaLIHTC Maximum Rent
Studio Apartments$827Estimated $248.10 - utility allowance
One Bedroom Apartments$999Estimated $299.70 - utility allowance
Two Bedroom Apartments$1269Estimated $380.70 - utility allowance
Three Bedroom Apartments$1384Estimated $415.20 - utility allowance


Available LIHTC Properties In West Allis, 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.

Courtyard Apt Homes

11505 W Greenfield Ave
West Allis, WI - 53214
Total Apartment Units: 63
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 63
1 Bedroom apartments 38
2 Bedroom apartments 24
Years In Service Since: 1995

The Landmark Of West Allis

1441 S 68th St
West Allis, WI - 53214
Total Apartment Units: 127
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 127
1 Bedroom apartments 55
2 Bedroom apartments 72
Years In Service Since: 1998

Carnegie Place

1508 S 75th St
West Allis, WI - 53214
Total Apartment Units: 14
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 14
1 Bedroom apartments 14
Years In Service Since: 2001

Windsong Village Apartments

11024 W Oklahoma Ave
West Allis, WI - 53227
Total Apartment Units: 60
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 60
2 Bedroom apartments 40
3 Bedroom apartments 20
Years In Service Since: 2003
Family Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES

Berkshire - West Allis

1414 S 65th St
West Allis, WI - 53214
Total Apartment Units: 79
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 79
1 Bedroom apartments 51
2 Bedroom apartments 29
Years In Service Since: 2004
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES

Lafollette Apartments

720 S 92nd St
West Allis, WI - 53214
Total Apartment Units: 54
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 54
1 Bedroom apartments 53
2 Bedroom apartments 3
Years In Service Since: 2005

West Allis Senior Apartments Llc

7951 W National Ave
West Allis, WI - 53214
Total Apartment Units: 122
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 122
1 Bedroom apartments 52
2 Bedroom apartments 70
Years In Service Since: 2009

Beloit Road Senior Housing

7205 & 7213 W Beloit Rd
West Allis, WI - 53219
Total Apartment Units: 104
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 104
1 Bedroom apartments 104
Years In Service Since: 2011

The Fountains Of West Allis

5920 W National Ave
West Allis, WI - 53214
Total Apartment Units: 35
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 35
1 Bedroom apartments 35
Years In Service Since: 2012

Highland Commons

6700 W Beloit Rd
West Allis, WI - 53214
Total Apartment Units: 50
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 50
1 Bedroom apartments 50
Years In Service Since: 2012


HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in West Allis, 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.

Gonzaga Village Apartments

1415 S 92nd St
West Allis, WI - 53214
Phone: (262) 240-9406
Total Apartment Units: 36
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

Valentino Square Apartments

12030 West Greenfield Avenue
West Allis, WI - 53214
Phone: 262-240-9406
Total Apartment Units: 45
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

Windsong Village

11024 W Oklahoma Ave
West Allis, WI - 53227
Phone: (414) 328-3597
Total Apartment Units: 60
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

Parkview Apartments

1440 S 116th St
West Allis, WI - 53214
Phone: (262) 255-4420
Total Apartment Units: 41
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

The Fountains Of West Allis

5920 W National Ave
West Allis, WI - 53214
Phone: 414-421-9314
Total Apartment Units: 35
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

Sunrise Apartments

8750 W National Ave
West Allis, WI - 53227
Phone: 414-321-1004
Total Apartment Units: 176
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Orchard Court Apartments

11522 W Orchard Ct
West Allis, WI - 53214
Phone: (414) 270-6372
Total Apartment Units: 24
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

Oak West Apartments

11102 W Oklahoma Ave
West Allis, WI - 53227
Phone: (262) 240-9406
Total Apartment Units: 50
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

La Follette Park Apartments

720 S 92nd St
West Allis, WI - 53214
Phone: (414)257-2706
Total Apartment Units: 56
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Heritage House

11515 W Cleveland Ave
West Allis, WI - 53227
Phone: 414-546-1616
Total Apartment Units: 142
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized


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.