Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Wales, WI 53183
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 53183 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Wales, WI 53183. 32 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 53183
The 20 closest of 32 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Hillside Woods Apt Homes
3270 Hillside Dr, Delafield, WI 53018
2.9 mi away
60 units · 15 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Oconomowoc School Apartments
623 E Summit Avenue, Oconomowoc, WI 53066
5.3 mi away
55 units · 50 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Lss Hickory Hill II
1219 S Grandview Blvd, Waukesha, WI 53188
5.4 mi away
8 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Summit Woods
2501 Summit Ave, Waukesha, WI 53188
5.4 mi away
104 units · 21 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Wilkinson Manor
919 E Summit Ave, Oconomowoc, WI 53066
5.4 mi away
76 units · 5 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Berkshire at Kensington
1800 Kensington Dr, Waukesha, WI 53188
5.8 mi away
177 units · 84 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
The Silvernail
2451 Silvernail Road, Pewaukee, WI 53072
5.8 mi away
90 units · 26 income-restricted · 1 BR
Meadow Ridge Apartments
1821 Meadow Lane, Pewaukee, WI 53072
6.1 mi away
70 units · 20 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Summit Hill Apartments
620 Summit Avenue, Waukesha, WI 53188
6.6 mi away
8 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Pine Pointe Apts
227 Hinman Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186
7 mi away
80 units · 28 income-restricted · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Hillcrest Apartments
1905 S West Avenue, Waukesha, WI 53189
7 mi away
60 units · 2 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Saratoga Heights
120 Corrina Blvd, Waukesha, WI 53186
7.3 mi away
115 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Waukesha Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 58 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
East Terrace Apartments
801 N. East Ave., Waukesha, WI 53186
7.3 mi away
130 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 53183
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,580/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $63,200/yr
- Renters in 53183 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 51%
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 | 53183 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,230 | $985 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,330 | $1,060 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,580 | $1,263 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,940 | $1,553 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,080 | $1,664 |
Wider area = Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,270 (53149) to $1,760 (53018).
Census figures for 53183 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,322. Median household income $108,827. 14% of homes are rented. 51% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 10% 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 53183's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 53183Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Wales, WI 53183?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Wales, WI 53183, 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 Wales, WI 53183 have openings?
These lists for Wales, WI 53183 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 Wales, WI 53183?
Use the phone number on each building card in Wales, WI 53183. 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 Wales, WI 53183?
In Wales, WI 53183, 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 53183?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 53183 right now. 32 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 53183?
Yes — this page also lists 32 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Wales, WI 53183 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Wales, WI 53183?
Most income-restricted buildings in Wales, WI 53183 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 Wales, WI 53183?
For many programs in Wales, WI 53183, 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 Wales, WI 53183?
There is no single waiting list for Wales, WI 53183. 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 Wales, WI 53183?
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 Wales, WI 53183?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Wales, WI 53183, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Wales, WI 53183 is $1,580 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 Wales, WI 53183?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Wales, WI 53183. 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 Wales, WI 53183?
This page may still list buildings in Wales, WI 53183 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; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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