Affordable & Low-Income Housing in La Pointe, WI 54850
1 affordable building in 54850 · 13 more within 27 mi
La Pointe, WI 54850 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 usda rural. 13 more are listed within 27 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 54850
No buildings in 54850 match this filter.
Nearby
Red Cliff Rehab II
89830 New Housing Rd, Russell, WI 54814
11.2 mi away
38 units · 5 income-restricted · 3–4+ BR
Oski-Ombendaam(new Hope)
37580 Pageant Rd- Building C, Bayfield, WI 54814
11.2 mi away
24 units · 10 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
Red Cliff Housing Development Phase I LLC
36795 Daley Rd, Bayfield, WI 54814
11.8 mi away
24 units · 9 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Red Cliff Rehab I
88365 Pike Rd Unit 1 & 2, Bayfield, WI 54814
12.1 mi away
40 units · 6 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Bay Ridge Villa #1
10 N 6th St, Bayfield, WI 54814
14.9 mi away
90 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Red Cliff Housing Development Phase 2
90059 Ezigaa Dr, Bayfield, WI 54814
15.8 mi away
24 units · 12 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Autumn Manor & Scat Sites
420 E 3rd St, Washburn, WI 54891
23.4 mi away
36 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Washburn Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 21 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Bad River Homes I
53875 Circle Dr, Odanah, WI 54861
28.4 mi away
24 units · 5 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Bad River Homes II
73270 & 73262 W Denomie St, Odanah, WI 54861
28.4 mi away
24 units · 5 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 54850
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
Income limits (2026)
Ashland County, WI area · median family income $87,400. 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 | 54850 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $770 | $770 |
| 1 bedroom | $780 | $775 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,410 | $1,404 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,550 | $1,543 |
Wider area = Ashland County, WI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (54891) to $1,070 (54861).
Census figures for 54850 (2020–2024 average): median rent $555 (uncertain estimate). Median household income $71,250. 10% of homes are rented.
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 54850's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 54850Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in La Pointe, WI 54850?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in La Pointe, WI 54850, 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 Pointe, WI 54850 have openings?
These lists for La Pointe, WI 54850 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 Pointe, WI 54850?
Use the phone number on each building card in La Pointe, WI 54850. 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 Pointe, WI 54850?
In La Pointe, WI 54850, 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 54850?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in La Pointe, WI 54850. 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 54850?
Yes — this page also lists 13 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near La Pointe, WI 54850 (within about 27 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in La Pointe, WI 54850?
Most income-restricted buildings in La Pointe, WI 54850 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 La Pointe, WI 54850?
For many programs in La Pointe, WI 54850, 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 La Pointe, WI 54850?
There is no single waiting list for La Pointe, WI 54850. 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 Pointe, WI 54850?
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 La Pointe, WI 54850?
In public housing and most Section 8 in La Pointe, WI 54850, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near La Pointe, WI 54850 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 La Pointe, WI 54850?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in La Pointe, WI 54850. 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 Pointe, WI 54850?
This page may still list buildings in La Pointe, WI 54850 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; 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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