Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538
8 affordable buildings in 54538 · 7 more within 15 mi
Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538 has 8 income-restricted buildings: 5 tax credit and 4 usda rural. 7 more are listed within 15 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 54538
Kiishkimaan Apts
119 Clinic Ln, Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Little Pines II
2793 Miskwaadesi Dr, Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538
24 units · 1–3 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Little Pines I
2772 Fire Trail, Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538
20 units · 3–4+ BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Tomahawk Circle
397 Tomahawk Ave, Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538
20 units · 2–3 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 54538 match this filter.
Nearby
Veda Stone Villa
8694 Packing Plant Rd, Minocqua, WI 54548
12.6 mi away
7 units · 6 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Cedar Park Estates
915 Cedar St, Minocqua, WI 54548
13.2 mi away
8 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Boulder Jct H/a
5420 Senior Dr, Boulder Junction, WI 54512
16.5 mi away
12 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 54538
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
- Renters in 54538 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 25%
Income limits (2026)
Vilas County, WI area · median family income $88,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,200 | $33,600 | $53,800 |
| 2 | $23,050 | $38,400 | $61,450 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,200 | $69,150 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,000 | $76,800 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $51,850 | $82,950 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $55,700 | $89,100 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $59,550 | $95,250 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $63,400 | $101,400 |
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 | 54538 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $740 | $738 |
| 1 bedroom | $800 | $788 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,022 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,210 | $1,218 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,350 | $1,343 |
Wider area = Vilas County, WI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,030 (54568) to $1,310 (54545).
Census figures for 54538 (2020–2024 average): median rent $543. Median household income $51,429. 28% of homes are rented. 25% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 12% 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 54538's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 54538Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538, 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 Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538 have openings?
These lists for Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538 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 Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538?
Use the phone number on each building card in Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538. 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 Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538?
In Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538, 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 54538?
This directory lists 8 income-restricted buildings in Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538. 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 54538?
Yes — this page also lists 7 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538 (within about 15 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538 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 $33,600, and $48,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($53,800 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 Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538?
For many programs in Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $33,600 a year for 1 person and $48,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $53,800 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 Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538?
There is no single waiting list for Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538. 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 Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538?
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 Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538 is $1,010 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 Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538. 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 Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538?
This page may still list buildings in Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538 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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