Autumn Manor & Scat Sites — Income-Restricted Housing in Washburn, WI 54891
420 E 3rd St, Washburn, WI 54891
36 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Washburn Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 21 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (715) 373-2653Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Washburn Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (715) 373-2653.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 23 1 bedroom · 5 2 bedrooms · 8 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $427/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
High Rise/Scattered Sites
319 Chapple Ave, Ashland, WI 54806
6.3 mi away
137 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Ashland Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 26 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Bay Terrace
600 4th St W, Ashland, WI 54806
6.4 mi away
30 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Ashland Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 40 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Mac Arthur Court
401 Macarthur Ave, Ashland, WI 54806
6.4 mi away
22 units · 1 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rents and income limits in 54891
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
- Renters in 54891 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 42%
Income limits (2026)
Bayfield County, WI area · median family income $91,600. 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 | 54891 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $710 | $706 |
| 1 bedroom | $780 | $775 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,340 | $1,328 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,340 | $1,333 |
Wider area = Bayfield County, WI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (54844) to $1,070 (54806).
Census figures for 54891 (2020–2024 average): median rent $825. Median household income $70,536. 23% of homes are rented. 42% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 6% 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 54891's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 54891Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Autumn Manor & Scat Sites?
Apply through Washburn Housing Authority, which runs Autumn Manor & Scat Sites. Call (715) 373-2653. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Autumn Manor & Scat Sites Section 8 housing?
Autumn Manor & Scat Sites 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 Autumn Manor & Scat Sites?
Public records list 36 units at Autumn Manor & Scat Sites in Washburn, WI 54891. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Autumn Manor & Scat Sites?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 54891 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 Autumn Manor & Scat Sites?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Autumn Manor & Scat Sites in Washburn, WI 54891. 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 Washburn, WI 54891?
Most income-restricted buildings in Washburn, WI 54891 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 Washburn, WI 54891?
For many programs in Washburn, WI 54891, 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 Washburn, WI 54891?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Washburn, WI 54891, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Washburn, WI 54891 is $1,010 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 Autumn Manor & Scat Sites take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Autumn Manor & Scat Sites has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Washburn, WI 54891 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Autumn Manor & Scat Sites.
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.