Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Rice Lake, WI 54868
12 affordable buildings in 54868 · 9 more within 12 mi
Rice Lake, WI 54868 has 12 income-restricted buildings: 6 tax credit, 1 public housing, 3 Section 8, 2 senior, and 2 usda rural. 9 more are listed within 12 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 54868
Riverside Arms
423 Hatten Ave Apt 121, Rice Lake, WI 54868
126 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Rice Lake Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Blue Valley Apartments
1310 N Wisconsin Ave, Rice Lake, WI 54868
8 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
High Crest Ridge
710 S Wisconsin Ave, Rice Lake, WI 54868
40 units · 1–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Franklin School Apartments
1011 S Main Street, Rice Lake, WI 54868
20 units · 8 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Woodland Village Apts
1300 N Wisconsin Ave, Rice Lake, WI 54868
28 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 54868 match this filter.
Nearby
James Banks Manor
Cameron, WI 54822
8.9 mi away
8 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Nickel River Apts Barron
360 E Birch Ave, Barron, WI 54812
10.6 mi away
24 units · 22 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Riverpark Place
350 E Birch Ave, Barron, WI 54812
10.6 mi away
58 units · 42 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Park Lawn Apts
123 E Franklin Ave Apt 2, Barron, WI 54812
11 mi away
30 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Barron
- Residents waited about 15 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Barron County Housing
404 Garfield St S, Barron, WI 54812
11.1 mi away
70 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Barron Cty Hsg
36 W Maple Ave, Barron, WI 54812
11.6 mi away
40 units · 2–3 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 54868
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
- Renters in 54868 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 46%
Income limits (2026)
Barron County, WI area · median family income $87,900. 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 | 54868 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $740 | $747 |
| 1 bedroom | $780 | $785 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,027 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,320 | $1,324 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,690 | $1,700 |
Wider area = Barron County, WI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (54857) to $1,130 (54822).
Census figures for 54868 (2020–2024 average): median rent $872. Median household income $64,318. 30% of homes are rented. 46% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 16% 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 54868's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 54868Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Rice Lake, WI 54868?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Rice Lake, WI 54868, 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 Rice Lake, WI 54868 have openings?
These lists for Rice Lake, WI 54868 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 Rice Lake, WI 54868?
Use the phone number on each building card in Rice Lake, WI 54868. 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 Rice Lake, WI 54868?
In Rice Lake, WI 54868, 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 54868?
This directory lists 12 income-restricted buildings in Rice Lake, WI 54868. 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 54868?
Yes — this page also lists 9 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Rice Lake, WI 54868 (within about 12 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Rice Lake, WI 54868?
Most income-restricted buildings in Rice Lake, WI 54868 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 Rice Lake, WI 54868?
For many programs in Rice Lake, WI 54868, 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 Rice Lake, WI 54868?
There is no single waiting list for Rice Lake, WI 54868. 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 Rice Lake, WI 54868?
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, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Rice Lake, WI 54868. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Rice Lake, WI 54868?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Rice Lake, WI 54868, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Rice Lake, WI 54868 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 Rice Lake, WI 54868?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Rice Lake, WI 54868. 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 Rice Lake, WI 54868?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Rice Lake, WI 54868. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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