River Park Apartments I — Income-Restricted Housing in Milwaukee, WI 53211
1700 E River Park Ct, Shorewood, WI 53211
215 units · Studio–2 BR
Leasing office: (414) 961-1696Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (414) 961-1696 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1976
- Bedrooms
- 1 Studio · 213 1 bedroom · 1 2 bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 98/100 (Sep 2025) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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Rents and income limits in 53211
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,560/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $62,400/yr
- Renters in 53211 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 50%
Income limits (2026)
Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI area · median family income $108,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,750 | $37,950 | $60,700 |
| 2 | $26,000 | $43,400 | $69,400 |
| 3 | $29,250 | $48,800 | $78,050 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $54,200 | $86,700 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $58,550 | $93,650 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $62,900 | $100,600 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $67,250 | $107,550 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $71,550 | $114,450 |
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 | 53211 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,220 | $985 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,310 | $1,060 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,560 | $1,263 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,920 | $1,553 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,050 | $1,664 |
Wider area = Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,210 (53206) to $1,890 (53203).
Census figures for 53211 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,287. Median household income $75,256. 60% of homes are rented. 50% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 29% 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 53211's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 53211Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to River Park Apartments I?
Call (414) 961-1696 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at River Park Apartments I in Milwaukee, WI 53211. These records do not show openings.
Is River Park Apartments I Section 8 housing?
River Park Apartments I is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.
How many units are at River Park Apartments I?
Public records list 215 units at River Park Apartments I in Milwaukee, WI 53211. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near River Park Apartments I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 53211 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 River Park Apartments I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at River Park Apartments I in Milwaukee, WI 53211. 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 Milwaukee, WI 53211?
Most income-restricted buildings in Milwaukee, WI 53211 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 $37,950, and $54,200 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($60,700 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 Milwaukee, WI 53211?
For many programs in Milwaukee, WI 53211, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $37,950 a year for 1 person and $54,200 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $60,700 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 Milwaukee, WI 53211?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Milwaukee, WI 53211, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Milwaukee, WI 53211 is $1,560 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 River Park Apartments I take Section 8 vouchers?
River Park Apartments I is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.