Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Silver Lake, WI 53170
1 affordable building in 53170 · 21 more within 10 mi
Silver Lake, WI 53170 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit. 21 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 53170
Arbor Green Silvercrest
630 S Cogswell Dr, Silver Lake, WI 53170
84 units · 9 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
No buildings in 53170 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 21 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Village Plaza Apts.
7400 251st Ave, Salem, WI 53168
2.2 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Meadows of Mill Creek
8610-12 246th Avenue, Salem, WI 53168
2.6 mi away
24 units · 8 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Residences on Main
307 E Main Street, Twin Lakes, WI 53181
5.1 mi away
24 units · 12 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Tiffany Road Senior Apts
885 Tiffany Rd, Antioch, IL 60002
5.8 mi away
38 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Pebblebrook Apts
751 Walworth St, Genoa City, WI 53128
9.8 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Hillcrest Apartment
700 Meadow Lane, Burlington, WI 53105
9.8 mi away
20 units · 1–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Bristol Commons
8045, 8049, 8053, 8067, 8071 & 8073 130th Ave, Bristol, WI 53104
9.8 mi away
48 units · 1–3 BR
Genoa Plaza Apts
770 Main St, Genoa City, WI 53128
9.8 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Fox Crossing II
180 Bridge Street, Burlington, WI 53105
10.3 mi away
32 units · 6 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Fox Crossing Apartments
200 Bridge St, Burlington, WI 53105
10.3 mi away
24 units · 5 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Riverview Manor
580 Madison St, Burlington, WI 53105
10.3 mi away
92 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
The Boardwalk
232 Bridge St, Burlington, WI 53105
10.3 mi away
128 units · 26 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Foxtree Apts
658 Foxtree Circle, Burlington, WI 53105
10.3 mi away
16 units · 2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 53170
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,270/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $50,800/yr
- Renters in 53170 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 28%
Income limits (2026)
Kenosha, WI area · median family income $117,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,650 | $41,100 | $65,700 |
| 2 | $28,200 | $46,950 | $75,100 |
| 3 | $31,700 | $52,800 | $84,500 |
| 4 | $35,200 | $58,650 | $93,850 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $63,350 | $101,400 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $68,050 | $108,900 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $72,750 | $116,400 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $77,450 | $123,900 |
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 | 53170 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $980 | $1,136 |
| 1 bedroom | $990 | $1,144 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,270 | $1,441 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,710 | $1,956 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,960 | $2,228 |
Wider area = Kenosha, WI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 10 nearby ZIPs range from $1,270 (53181) to $1,660 (60081).
Census figures for 53170 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,119. Median household income $79,931. 15% of homes are rented. 28% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 0% 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 53170's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 53170Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Silver Lake, WI 53170?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Silver Lake, WI 53170, 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 Silver Lake, WI 53170 have openings?
These lists for Silver Lake, WI 53170 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 Silver Lake, WI 53170?
Use the phone number on each building card in Silver Lake, WI 53170. 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 Silver Lake, WI 53170?
In Silver Lake, WI 53170, 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 53170?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Silver Lake, WI 53170. 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 53170?
Yes — this page also lists 21 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Silver Lake, WI 53170 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Silver Lake, WI 53170?
Most income-restricted buildings in Silver Lake, WI 53170 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 $41,100, and $58,650 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($65,700 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 Silver Lake, WI 53170?
For many programs in Silver Lake, WI 53170, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $41,100 a year for 1 person and $58,650 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $65,700 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 Silver Lake, WI 53170?
There is no single waiting list for Silver Lake, WI 53170. 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 Silver Lake, WI 53170?
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. This page lists tax-credit apartments in Silver Lake, WI 53170. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Silver Lake, WI 53170?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Silver Lake, WI 53170, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Silver Lake, WI 53170 is $1,270 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 Silver Lake, WI 53170?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Silver Lake, WI 53170. 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 Silver Lake, WI 53170?
This page may still list buildings in Silver Lake, WI 53170 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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