Affordable & Low-Income Housing in La Crosse, WI 54603
3 affordable buildings in 54603 · 21 more within 9 mi
La Crosse, WI 54603 has 3 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit and 2 public housing. 21 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 54603
Stokke Tower
1025 Liberty St, La Crosse, WI 54603
383 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through La Crosse Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 17 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Schuh Homes
1402 Saint James St, La Crosse, WI 54603
210 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through La Crosse Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 50 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Roosevelt School Apartments
1307 Hayes St, La Crosse, WI 54603
33 units · 2 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No buildings in 54603 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 21 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Leo Fishman Manor & Al Baldus Manor
1106 Wilson St, Onalaska, WI 54650
2 mi away
24 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Grand River Station
314 Jay St, La Crosse, WI 54601
3.2 mi away
72 units · 9 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Michael Heights
420 Fifth Ave S, La Crosse, WI 54601
3.4 mi away
42 units · 41 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Collective on Fourth
403 Jackson St, La Crosse, WI 54601
3.9 mi away
62 units · 13 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
Wedgewood Commons III
1900 Miller St, La Crosse, WI 54601
4.4 mi away
56 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Wedgewood Commons
1935 Miller St, La Crosse, WI 54601
4.5 mi away
177 units · 139 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Historic Gund Brewery Lofts
2130 South Ave, La Crosse, WI 54601
4.5 mi away
86 units · 38 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
Christopherson House/Sagen
2121 Sims Pl, La Crosse, WI 54601
4.6 mi away
30 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Schumann Apartments
617 Bennora Lee CT, La Crosse, WI 54601
4.7 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Lacrosse Co
540 Elm St W, West Salem, WI 54669
8.5 mi away
128 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through LaCrosse County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 54603
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,210/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $48,400/yr
- Renters in 54603 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 41%
Income limits (2026)
La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN area · median family income $105,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,250 | $37,050 | $59,300 |
| 2 | $25,400 | $42,350 | $67,750 |
| 3 | $28,600 | $47,650 | $76,200 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $52,900 | $84,650 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $57,150 | $91,450 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $61,400 | $98,200 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $65,600 | $105,000 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $69,850 | $111,750 |
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 | 54603 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $840 | $935 |
| 1 bedroom | $920 | $1,027 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,210 | $1,343 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,550 | $1,721 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,950 | $2,167 |
Wider area = La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,240 (55947) to $1,550 (54669).
Census figures for 54603 (2020–2024 average): median rent $966. Median household income $52,012. 48% of homes are rented. 41% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 17% 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 54603's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 54603Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in La Crosse, WI 54603?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in La Crosse, WI 54603, 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 La Crosse, WI 54603 have openings?
These lists for La Crosse, WI 54603 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 La Crosse, WI 54603?
Use the phone number on each building card in La Crosse, WI 54603. 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 La Crosse, WI 54603?
In La Crosse, WI 54603, 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 54603?
This directory lists 3 income-restricted buildings in La Crosse, WI 54603. 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 54603?
Yes — this page also lists 21 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near La Crosse, WI 54603 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in La Crosse, WI 54603?
Most income-restricted buildings in La Crosse, WI 54603 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 $37,050, and $52,900 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($59,300 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 La Crosse, WI 54603?
For many programs in La Crosse, WI 54603, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $37,050 a year for 1 person and $52,900 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $59,300 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 La Crosse, WI 54603?
There is no single waiting list for La Crosse, WI 54603. 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 La Crosse, WI 54603?
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 public housing, tax-credit apartments in La Crosse, WI 54603. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in La Crosse, WI 54603?
In public housing and most Section 8 in La Crosse, WI 54603, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near La Crosse, WI 54603 is $1,210 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 La Crosse, WI 54603?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in La Crosse, WI 54603. 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 La Crosse, WI 54603?
This page may still list buildings in La Crosse, WI 54603 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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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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