Rochester, WI Low Income Housing

Rochester, WI Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Rochester, WI

How do I qualify for low income housing in Rochester, WI?
To qualify for low income housing in Wisconsin, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Rochester, WI

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Rochester, WI, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Rochester, WI. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Rochester, Wisconsin - Racine County

Studio Apartments $778
One Bedroom Apartments $1,021
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,329
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,490

List of Low Income Housing in or near Rochester, WI

Levi-barnes Manor - Waterford

200 S Seventh St
Waterford, WI - 53185
262-636-3405
Levi-barnes Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Levi-barnes Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Racine County
Listing Location: 1.80 miles from Rochester

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Chapel Terrace Town Homes - Burlington

273 Chapel Ter
Burlington, WI - 53105
(414) 276-1515
Chapel Terrace Town Homes is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Chapel Terrace Town Homes for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Racine County
Listing Location: 5.04 miles from Rochester

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Wanda Frogg Villa - Burlington

524 Summit Ave
Burlington, WI - 53105
(715) 357-3334
Wanda Frogg Villa is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Wanda Frogg Villa for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Racine County
Listing Location: 5.69 miles from Rochester

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Hillpark Heights I - Union Grove

1380 Park Place
Union Grove, WI - 53182
262-878-4201
Hillpark Heights I is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Hillpark Heights I for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Racine County
Listing Location: 9.27 miles from Rochester

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Quail Run Fairview Family - East Troy

3202 W Main St
East Troy, WI - 53120
608-836-1152
Quail Run Fairview Family is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Quail Run Fairview Family for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Racine County
Listing Location: 10.43 miles from Rochester

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

La Casa Village Apt - Waukesha

1431 Big Bend
Waukesha, WI - 53186
(262) 547-2856
La Casa Village Apt is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact La Casa Village Apt for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Racine County
Listing Location: 12.00 miles from Rochester

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Silvercrest Apartments - Salem

630 S Cogswell Dr
Salem, WI - 53168
(262) 843-2070
Silvercrest Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Silvercrest Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Racine County
Listing Location: 13.40 miles from Rochester

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Silvercrest Apartments Affordable/ Public Housing - Silver Lake

630 S. Cogswell Drive
Silver Lake, WI - 53170
(262) 843-2070
Program type: Subsidized Bedroom Options: 1, 2 Pets Welcome Heat Included Trash Removal Included Water/Sewer Included Features and Amenities: 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance Community Patio Computer/Media Center with Internet Access Beauty-Barber Shop Elevator Extra Storage Space Fitness Center Intercom Entry Large Yard Lot Parking On Bus Line On Site Laundry On Site Management Playground Private Entry Trash Disposal Chutes Balcony/Patio Cable Ready In Unit Washer/Dryer This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
Racine County
Listing Location: 13.97 miles from Rochester


Meadowview Village - Twin Lakes

450 Lincoln Dr
Twin Lakes, WI - 53181
608-836-1152
Meadowview Village is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Meadowview Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Racine County
Listing Location: 14.22 miles from Rochester

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Havenwood Apartments Affordable/ Public Housing - Elkhorn

250 Havenwood Drive
Elkhorn, WI - 53121
(262) 248-9313
Program type: Affordable Bedroom Options: 1 Heat Included Pets Welcome Trash Removal Included Water/Sewer Included FREE Wi-Fi Internet Features and Amenities: Business Center Community Garden Community Room Fitness Center On Site Laundry Playground Dishwasher In Unit Washer/Dryer Hookups This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
Racine County
Listing Location: 14.50 miles from Rochester


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Rochester, WI

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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