Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Readfield, WI 54969
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 54969 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Readfield, WI 54969. 9 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 54969
Cottages on Main
814 W Main St, Hortonville, WI 54944
7.6 mi away
40 units · 16 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Wyauwega Sr Village
202-216 S Lincoln St, Weyauwega, WI 54983
8 mi away
18 units · 6 income-restricted · 2 BR
Franklin Park Apts
505 Division St Apt 111, New London, WI 54961
8.4 mi away
62 units · 1 BR
- Apply through New London Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Beacon Avenue Cottages
610 E Beacon Ave, New London, WI 54961
8.5 mi away
40 units · 13 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
River Place
711 W Wolf River Ave, New London, WI 54961
8.5 mi away
17 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Rosewood Glen Senior Living Community
409 Partridge Dr, New London, WI 54961
10.1 mi away
36 units · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 54969
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
Income limits (2026)
Waupaca County, WI area · median family income $96,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,250 | $33,750 | $53,950 |
| 2 | $23,150 | $38,550 | $61,650 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,350 | $69,350 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,150 | $77,050 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,050 | $83,250 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $55,900 | $89,400 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $59,750 | $95,550 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $63,600 | $101,750 |
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 | 54969 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $810 | $810 |
| 1 bedroom | $820 | $815 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,340 | $1,328 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,340 | $1,333 |
Wider area = Waupaca County, WI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $1,080 (54983) to $1,370 (54947).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 54969's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 54969Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Readfield, WI 54969?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Readfield, WI 54969, 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 Readfield, WI 54969 have openings?
These lists for Readfield, WI 54969 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 Readfield, WI 54969?
Use the phone number on each building card in Readfield, WI 54969. 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 Readfield, WI 54969?
In Readfield, WI 54969, 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 54969?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 54969 right now. 9 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 54969?
Yes — this page also lists 9 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Readfield, WI 54969 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Readfield, WI 54969?
Most income-restricted buildings in Readfield, WI 54969 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 $33,750, and $48,150 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($53,950 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 Readfield, WI 54969?
For many programs in Readfield, WI 54969, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $33,750 a year for 1 person and $48,150 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $53,950 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 Readfield, WI 54969?
There is no single waiting list for Readfield, WI 54969. 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 Readfield, WI 54969?
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 Readfield, WI 54969?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Readfield, WI 54969, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Readfield, WI 54969 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 Readfield, WI 54969?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Readfield, WI 54969. 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 Readfield, WI 54969?
This page may still list buildings in Readfield, WI 54969 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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