Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Genesee Depot, WI 53127
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 53127 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Genesee Depot, WI 53127. 25 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 53127
The 20 closest of 25 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Lss Hickory Hill II
1219 S Grandview Blvd, Waukesha, WI 53188
6.4 mi away
8 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Hillside Woods Apt Homes
3270 Hillside Dr, Delafield, WI 53018
6.4 mi away
60 units · 15 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Lakeview Terrace
315 Gibson St, Mukwonago, WI 53149
6.6 mi away
28 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Eagle Meadows
201 N Parkview Dr, Eagle, WI 53119
6.9 mi away
12 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Berkshire at Kensington
1800 Kensington Dr, Waukesha, WI 53188
7.1 mi away
177 units · 84 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Summit Woods
2501 Summit Ave, Waukesha, WI 53188
7.3 mi away
104 units · 21 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Hillcrest Apartments
1905 S West Avenue, Waukesha, WI 53189
7.5 mi away
60 units · 2 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Birchrock Apts
280 Birchrock Way, Mukwonago, WI 53149
7.8 mi away
48 units · 27 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Pine Pointe Apts
227 Hinman Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186
8.1 mi away
80 units · 28 income-restricted · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Highlands South Apts
1521 Big Bend Rd, Waukesha, WI 53189
8.2 mi away
61 units · 53 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
La Casa Village II
1441 Big Bend Rd, Waukesha, WI 53189
8.2 mi away
20 units · 19 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
La Casa Village Apt
1431 Big Bend, Waukesha, WI 53189
8.2 mi away
47 units · 46 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Summit Hill Apartments
620 Summit Avenue, Waukesha, WI 53188
8.3 mi away
8 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 53127
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,340/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $53,600/yr
- Renters in 53127 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 0%
Income limits (2026)
Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI area · median family income $108,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,750 | $37,950 | $60,700 |
| 2 | $26,000 | $43,400 | $69,400 |
| 3 | $29,250 | $48,800 | $78,050 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $54,200 | $86,700 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $58,550 | $93,650 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $62,900 | $100,600 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $67,250 | $107,550 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $71,550 | $114,450 |
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 | 53127 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,050 | $985 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,130 | $1,060 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,340 | $1,263 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,650 | $1,553 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,760 | $1,664 |
Wider area = Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 10 nearby ZIPs range from $1,210 (53119) to $1,760 (53018).
Census figures for 53127 (2020–2024 average): 100% of homes are rented. 0% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 0% pay half or more.
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 53127's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 53127Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Genesee Depot, WI 53127?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Genesee Depot, WI 53127, 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 Genesee Depot, WI 53127 have openings?
These lists for Genesee Depot, WI 53127 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 Genesee Depot, WI 53127?
Use the phone number on each building card in Genesee Depot, WI 53127. 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 Genesee Depot, WI 53127?
In Genesee Depot, WI 53127, 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 53127?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 53127 right now. 25 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 53127?
Yes — this page also lists 25 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Genesee Depot, WI 53127 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Genesee Depot, WI 53127?
Most income-restricted buildings in Genesee Depot, WI 53127 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 $37,950, and $54,200 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($60,700 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 Genesee Depot, WI 53127?
For many programs in Genesee Depot, WI 53127, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $37,950 a year for 1 person and $54,200 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $60,700 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 Genesee Depot, WI 53127?
There is no single waiting list for Genesee Depot, WI 53127. 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 Genesee Depot, WI 53127?
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 Genesee Depot, WI 53127?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Genesee Depot, WI 53127, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Genesee Depot, WI 53127 is $1,340 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 Genesee Depot, WI 53127?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Genesee Depot, WI 53127. 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 Genesee Depot, WI 53127?
This page may still list buildings in Genesee Depot, WI 53127 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, 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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