Elm Drive Apts 1 — Income-Restricted Housing in Edgerton, WI 53534
800 Elm Dr Apt 111, Edgerton, WI 53534
104 units · 1 BR
- Apply through City of Edgerton Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (608) 884-8454Directions
How to apply
- Apply through City of Edgerton Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (608) 884-8454.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 104 1 bedroom
- Average tenant rent
- $425/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
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- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
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- Apply through Dane County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 17 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Rents and income limits in 53534
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,530/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $61,200/yr
- Renters in 53534 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 39%
Income limits (2026)
Janesville-Beloit, WI area · median family income $94,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,200 | $33,600 | $53,800 |
| 2 | $23,050 | $38,400 | $61,450 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,200 | $69,150 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,000 | $76,800 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $51,850 | $82,950 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $55,700 | $89,100 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $59,550 | $95,250 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $63,400 | $101,400 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 53534 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,150 | $976 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,340 | $998 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,530 | $1,280 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,020 | $1,621 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,260 | $1,682 |
Wider area = Janesville-Beloit, WI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,190 (53563) to $1,530 (53523).
Census figures for 53534 (2020–2024 average): median rent $993. Median household income $89,045. 22% of homes are rented. 39% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 15% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 53534's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 53534Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Elm Drive Apts 1?
Apply through City of Edgerton Housing Authority, which runs Elm Drive Apts 1. Call (608) 884-8454. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Elm Drive Apts 1 Section 8 housing?
Elm Drive Apts 1 is public housing, not a project-based Section 8 contract. Apply with the housing authority. A Housing Choice Voucher is a separate program.
How many units are at Elm Drive Apts 1?
Public records list 104 units at Elm Drive Apts 1 in Edgerton, WI 53534. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Elm Drive Apts 1?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 53534 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Elm Drive Apts 1?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Elm Drive Apts 1 in Edgerton, WI 53534. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Edgerton, WI 53534?
Most income-restricted buildings in Edgerton, WI 53534 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $33,600, and $48,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($53,800 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Edgerton, WI 53534?
For many programs in Edgerton, WI 53534, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $33,600 a year for 1 person and $48,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $53,800 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Edgerton, WI 53534?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Edgerton, WI 53534, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Edgerton, WI 53534 is $1,530 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Elm Drive Apts 1 take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Elm Drive Apts 1 has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Edgerton, WI 53534 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Elm Drive Apts 1.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.