Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Johnson Creek, WI 53038
1 affordable building in 53038 · 20 more within 8 mi
Johnson Creek, WI 53038 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 senior and 1 usda rural. 20 more are listed within 8 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 53038
No buildings in 53038 match this filter.
Nearby
River Crest & Scat Sites
431 N Elizabeth Ave Apt 111, Jefferson, WI 53549
5.3 mi away
62 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Jefferson Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 76 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Alverno Housing
128 S Kranz Ave, Jefferson, WI 53549
5.6 mi away
36 units · 26 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
School House Apts (Jefferson)
201 S Copeland Ave, Jefferson, WI 53549
5.6 mi away
35 units · 30 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Lake Mills Town Homes
809 Cherokee Path, Lake Mills, WI 53551
5.7 mi away
17 units · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Tau Crossing II
640 E Theodore St, Jefferson, WI 53549
5.8 mi away
10 units · 8 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Tau Crossing I
621 E Theodore St, Jefferson, WI 53549
5.8 mi away
10 units · 8 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Rock Lake Manor
228 Water St, Lake Mills, WI 53551
6 mi away
63 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Lake Mills Housing Authority
Rock View Apartments
207 E Henry St, Jefferson, WI 53549
6.3 mi away
20 units · 4 income-restricted · 1 BR
Jefferson Apts
614 W Plymouth St, Jefferson, WI 53549
6.4 mi away
64 units · 1–3 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Watertown Court
1500 Lakeside Terrace, Watertown, WI 53094
7.3 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Watertown Meadows
805 Clark St, Watertown, WI 53094
7.4 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Riverview Commons
112 Stimpson St, Watertown, WI 53094
7.5 mi away
51 units · 50 income-restricted · 1 BR
River Mill Sr Residences
317 S Water St, Watertown, WI 53094
8.1 mi away
54 units · 6 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
The Globe Apartments
201 S. Water Street, Watertown, WI 53094
8.2 mi away
48 units · 10 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Johnson Arms & Scat Sites
201 N Water St Apt 111, Watertown, WI 53094
8.4 mi away
78 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Watertown Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 29 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Watertown East I & II
1155 Boughton St, Watertown, WI 53094
9.2 mi away
136 units · 133 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 53038
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,390/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $55,600/yr
- Renters in 53038 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 13%
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 | 53038 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $970 | $842 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,100 | $958 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,390 | $1,209 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,880 | $1,635 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,900 | $1,652 |
Wider area = Jefferson County, WI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,200 (53094) to $1,320 (53551).
Census figures for 53038 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,232. Median household income $96,127. 19% of homes are rented. 13% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 3% 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 53038's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 53038Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Johnson Creek, WI 53038?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Johnson Creek, WI 53038, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Johnson Creek, WI 53038 have openings?
These lists for Johnson Creek, WI 53038 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Johnson Creek, WI 53038?
Use the phone number on each building card in Johnson Creek, WI 53038. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Johnson Creek, WI 53038?
In Johnson Creek, WI 53038, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 53038?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Johnson Creek, WI 53038. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 53038?
Yes — this page also lists 20 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Johnson Creek, WI 53038 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Johnson Creek, WI 53038?
Most income-restricted buildings in Johnson Creek, WI 53038 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 Johnson Creek, WI 53038?
For many programs in Johnson Creek, WI 53038, 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 long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Johnson Creek, WI 53038?
There is no single waiting list for Johnson Creek, WI 53038. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Johnson Creek, WI 53038?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Johnson Creek, WI 53038?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Johnson Creek, WI 53038, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Johnson Creek, WI 53038 is $1,390 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Johnson Creek, WI 53038?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Johnson Creek, WI 53038. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Johnson Creek, WI 53038?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Johnson Creek, WI 53038. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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.
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