Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Windsor, WI 53598
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 53598 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Windsor, WI 53598. 77 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 9 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 53598
The 20 closest of 77 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Walnut Grove De Forest
206 N Main St, Deforest, WI 53532
2.7 mi away
20 units · 19 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Hamilton Place
200 Park Cir, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
5.2 mi away
240 units · 173 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Vandenburg Heights
1204 N Pine St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
5.2 mi away
68 units · 56 income-restricted · 3–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
The Element on Main (Formerly Hamilton Place)
100 Park Circle, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
5.2 mi away
240 units · 6 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Sunwood Apts
1750 Linnerud Dr, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
5.3 mi away
48 units · 44 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Madison Sfro
710 Havey Rd, Madison, WI 53704
5.3 mi away
3 units · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Kennedy Heights Townhouses
199 Kennedy Road, Madison, WI 53704
5.4 mi away
104 units · 96 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Sandra Hall Apartments
4829 Anniversary Lane, Madison, WI 53704
5.4 mi away
8 units · 7 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Ridgecrest Apartments(fka Northridge Terrace)
525-531 Northport Dr, Madison, WI 53704
5.5 mi away
127 units · 5 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Parkcrest Apartments
1502 Troy Dr, Madison, WI 53704
5.5 mi away
128 units · 3 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Northridge Apt Home
58 Northridge Ter, Madison, WI 53704
5.5 mi away
48 units · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Northport Group Home
1602 Northport Dr, Madison, WI 53704
5.5 mi away
7 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Madison Single Family Hop
2506 Independence Ln, Madison, WI 53704
5.6 mi away
4 units · 3–4+ BR · People experiencing homelessness
Stonebridge Movin Out
2502 Independence Lane, Madison, WI 53704
5.6 mi away
11 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Dryden Terrace
1902 Londonderry Dr, Madison, WI 53704
5.6 mi away
100 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 53598
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,760/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $70,400/yr
- Renters in 53598 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 25%
Income limits (2026)
Madison, WI area · median family income $135,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $28,450 | $47,400 | $74,800 |
| 2 | $32,500 | $54,150 | $85,450 |
| 3 | $36,550 | $60,900 | $96,150 |
| 4 | $40,600 | $67,650 | $106,800 |
| 5 | $43,850 | $73,100 | $115,350 |
| 6 | $47,100 | $78,500 | $123,900 |
| 7 | $50,350 | $83,900 | $132,450 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $89,300 | $141,000 |
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 | 53598 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,350 | $1,196 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,550 | $1,375 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,760 | $1,565 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,300 | $2,047 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,550 | $2,264 |
Wider area = Madison, WI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 9 nearby ZIPs range from $1,530 (53571) to $1,870 (53703).
Census figures for 53598 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,565. Median household income $106,476. 34% of homes are rented. 25% 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 53598's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 53598Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Windsor, WI 53598?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Windsor, WI 53598, 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 Windsor, WI 53598 have openings?
These lists for Windsor, WI 53598 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 Windsor, WI 53598?
Use the phone number on each building card in Windsor, WI 53598. 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 Windsor, WI 53598?
In Windsor, WI 53598, 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 53598?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 53598 right now. 77 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 53598?
Yes — this page also lists 77 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Windsor, WI 53598 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Windsor, WI 53598?
Most income-restricted buildings in Windsor, WI 53598 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 $47,400, and $67,650 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($74,800 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 Windsor, WI 53598?
For many programs in Windsor, WI 53598, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $47,400 a year for 1 person and $67,650 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $74,800 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 Windsor, WI 53598?
There is no single waiting list for Windsor, WI 53598. 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 Windsor, WI 53598?
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 Windsor, WI 53598?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Windsor, WI 53598, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Windsor, WI 53598 is $1,760 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 Windsor, WI 53598?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Windsor, WI 53598. 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 Windsor, WI 53598?
This page may still list buildings in Windsor, WI 53598 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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