Watertown East I & II — Income-Restricted Housing in Watertown, WI 53094
1155 Boughton St, Watertown, WI 53094
136 units · 133 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Leasing office: (920) 206-8541Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (920) 206-8541 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
- 1974
- Bedrooms
- 32 2 bedrooms · 101 3 bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 99/100 (Nov 2025) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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- Apply through Watertown Housing Authority
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Rents and income limits in 53094
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,200/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $48,000/yr
- Renters in 53094 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 37%
Income limits (2026)
Jefferson County, WI area · median family income $111,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $23,450 | $39,100 | $62,550 |
| 2 | $26,800 | $44,700 | $71,500 |
| 3 | $30,150 | $50,300 | $80,450 |
| 4 | $33,500 | $55,850 | $89,350 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $60,350 | $96,500 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $64,800 | $103,650 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $69,300 | $110,800 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $73,750 | $117,950 |
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 | 53094 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $840 | $842 |
| 1 bedroom | $950 | $958 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,200 | $1,209 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,620 | $1,635 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,640 | $1,652 |
Wider area = Jefferson County, WI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (53047) to $1,390 (53038).
Census figures for 53094 (2020–2024 average): median rent $988. Median household income $73,443. 32% of homes are rented. 37% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 18% 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 53094's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 53094Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Watertown East I & II?
Call (920) 206-8541 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Watertown East I & II in Watertown, WI 53094. These records do not show openings.
Is Watertown East I & II Section 8 housing?
Watertown East I & II 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 Watertown East I & II?
Public records list 136 units at Watertown East I & II in Watertown, WI 53094. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Watertown East I & II?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 53094 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 Watertown East I & II?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Watertown East I & II in Watertown, WI 53094. 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 Watertown, WI 53094?
Most income-restricted buildings in Watertown, WI 53094 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 $39,100, and $55,850 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($62,550 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 Watertown, WI 53094?
For many programs in Watertown, WI 53094, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $39,100 a year for 1 person and $55,850 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $62,550 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 Watertown, WI 53094?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Watertown, WI 53094, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Watertown, WI 53094 is $1,200 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 Watertown East I & II take Section 8 vouchers?
Watertown East I & II 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; 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.