River Place — Income-Restricted Housing in New London, WI 54961
711 W Wolf River Ave, New London, WI 54961
17 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
How to apply
- No phone is listed. Try visiting the property or asking the city housing office how to apply.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1992
- Bedrooms
- 13 1 bedroom · 4 2 bedrooms
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Franklin Park Apts
505 Division St Apt 111, New London, WI 54961
0.5 mi away
62 units · 1 BR
- Apply through New London Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Beacon Avenue Cottages
610 E Beacon Ave, New London, WI 54961
0.9 mi away
40 units · 13 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Rosewood Glen Senior Living Community
409 Partridge Dr, New London, WI 54961
1.6 mi away
36 units · 1–2 BR
Cottages on Main
814 W Main St, Hortonville, WI 54944
6.1 mi away
40 units · 16 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Maple Leaf Apts
451 Grove St, Manawa, WI 54949
9.6 mi away
20 units · 1–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rents and income limits in 54961
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,120/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $44,800/yr
- Renters in 54961 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 52%
Income limits (2026)
Waupaca County, WI area · median family income $96,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,250 | $33,750 | $53,950 |
| 2 | $23,150 | $38,550 | $61,650 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,350 | $69,350 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,150 | $77,050 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,050 | $83,250 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $55,900 | $89,400 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $59,750 | $95,550 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $63,600 | $101,750 |
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 | 54961 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $810 | $810 |
| 1 bedroom | $870 | $815 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,120 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,540 | $1,328 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,600 | $1,333 |
Wider area = Waupaca County, WI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (54949) to $1,360 (54922).
Census figures for 54961 (2020–2024 average): median rent $865. Median household income $71,824. 29% of homes are rented. 52% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 20% 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 54961's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 54961Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to River Place?
No phone is listed for River Place. Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is River Place Section 8 housing?
River Place is listed as income-restricted housing in New London, WI 54961 (lihtc). It is not labeled as project-based Section 8 in this file. Call to ask which programs they run.
How many units are at River Place?
Public records list 17 units at River Place in New London, WI 54961. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near River Place?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 54961 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 Place?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at River Place in New London, WI 54961. 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 New London, WI 54961?
Most income-restricted buildings in New London, WI 54961 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 $33,750, and $48,150 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($53,950 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 New London, WI 54961?
For many programs in New London, WI 54961, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $33,750 a year for 1 person and $48,150 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $53,950 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 New London, WI 54961?
In public housing and most Section 8 in New London, WI 54961, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near New London, WI 54961 is $1,120 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 Place take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that River Place has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in New London, WI 54961 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call River Place.
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. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.