Sturgeon Bay, WI Low Income Housing

Sturgeon Bay, WI Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Sturgeon Bay, WI

How do I qualify for low income housing in Sturgeon Bay, 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 Sturgeon Bay, WI

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Sturgeon Bay, 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 Sturgeon Bay, 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 Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin - Door County

Studio Apartments $726
One Bedroom Apartments $951
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,164
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,288

List of Low Income Housing in or near Sturgeon Bay, WI

Sawyer School Lofts Affordable/ Public Housing

Sawyer School Lofts Affordable/ Public Housing - Sturgeon Bay

17 W Pine Street
Sturgeon Bay, WI - 54235
(920) 743-0011
Program type: Affordable Bedroom Options: 1, 2 Heat Included Trash Removal Included Water/Sewer Included Pets Welcome Features and Amenities: Air Conditioning Common Entry Lot Parking Secured Entry Smoke Free Housing Air Conditioning Dishwasher Extra large windows Garbage Disposal In Unit Washer/Dryer Refrigerator Stainless Steel Appliances Stove Vaulted Ceilings Walk-In Closet This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. C...see full details
Door County

Bayview Terrace City Affordable/ Public Housing

Bayview Terrace City Affordable/ Public Housing - Sturgeon Bay

537 S. Neenah Avenue
Sturgeon Bay, WI - 54235
(920) 743-0011
Program type: Subsidized Bedroom Options: 1, 2 Pets Welcome. Trash Removal Included Water/Sewer Included Features and Amenities: 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance Activity Center Climate Controlled Storage Community Patio Computer/Media Center with Internet Access Courtyard Extra Storage Space Fitness Center Heat Included Lot Parking On Site Laundry On Site Maintenance and Managemen Picnic Area Playground Private Entry Air Conditioning Cable Ready...see full details
Door County

Bay Hill Apartments Affordable/ Public Housing

Bay Hill Apartments Affordable/ Public Housing - Sturgeon Bay

613 N. 12th Ave.
Sturgeon Bay, WI - 54235
(920) 743-8936
Program type: Subsidized Bedroom Options: 1, 2, 3 Pets Welcome Smoke Free Housing Trash Removal Included Underground Parking Water/Sewer Included Features and Amenities: Common Entry Extra Storage Space Family Living Intercom Entry On Site Laundry On Site Maintenance On Site Management AC Sleeves Air Conditioning Balcony/Patio Built-In Microwave Cable Ready Central Air Eat-In Kitchen Extra large windows Garbage Disposal Mini Blinds Patio R...see full details
Door County

Door County Housing Authority - Sturgeon Bay

57 North 12th Street
Sturgeon Bay, WI - 54235
(920)743-2545
Door County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of the areas Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these vouchers and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact them directly to obtain more inform...see full details
Door County

Orchard Valley - Sturgeon Bay

1252 N 12th Pl
Sturgeon Bay, WI - 54235
920-743-7762
Orchard Valley is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Orchard Valley for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Door County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Sunset View - Sturgeon Bay

709 N Seventh Ave
Sturgeon Bay, WI - 54235
920 432-7176
Sunset View is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Sunset View for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Door County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Sturgeon Bay, 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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