Lacrosse Co — Income-Restricted Housing in West Salem, WI 54669
540 Elm St W, West Salem, WI 54669
128 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through LaCrosse County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (608) 781-5365Directions
How to apply
- Apply through LaCrosse County Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (608) 781-5365.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 81 1 bedroom · 24 2 bedrooms · 24 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $457/mo
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- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Schuh Homes
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8.4 mi away
210 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through La Crosse Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 50 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Rents and income limits in 54669
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,550/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $62,000/yr
- Renters in 54669 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 28%
Income limits (2026)
La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN area · median family income $105,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,250 | $37,050 | $59,300 |
| 2 | $25,400 | $42,350 | $67,750 |
| 3 | $28,600 | $47,650 | $76,200 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $52,900 | $84,650 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $57,150 | $91,450 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $61,400 | $98,200 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $65,600 | $105,000 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $69,850 | $111,750 |
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 | 54669 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,080 | $935 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,180 | $1,027 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,550 | $1,343 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,990 | $1,721 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,500 | $2,167 |
Wider area = La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $1,200 (54614) to $1,510 (54650).
Census figures for 54669 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,267. Median household income $103,194. 18% of homes are rented. 28% 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 54669's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 54669Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Lacrosse Co?
Apply through LaCrosse County Housing Authority, which runs Lacrosse Co. Call (608) 781-5365. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Lacrosse Co Section 8 housing?
Lacrosse Co 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 Lacrosse Co?
Public records list 128 units at Lacrosse Co in West Salem, WI 54669. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Lacrosse Co?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 54669 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 Lacrosse Co?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Lacrosse Co in West Salem, WI 54669. 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 West Salem, WI 54669?
Most income-restricted buildings in West Salem, WI 54669 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 $37,050, and $52,900 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($59,300 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 West Salem, WI 54669?
For many programs in West Salem, WI 54669, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $37,050 a year for 1 person and $52,900 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $59,300 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 West Salem, WI 54669?
In public housing and most Section 8 in West Salem, WI 54669, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near West Salem, WI 54669 is $1,550 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 Lacrosse Co take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Lacrosse Co has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in West Salem, WI 54669 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Lacrosse Co.
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.