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Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Portage, WI

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the Columbia County Public Housing Authority.

Income may not exceed 50% of the median income from the table below. The Housing Authority must provide 75 percent of vouchers to those whose income does not exceed 30% of the median income listed below.

HUD Income Limits 2024 in Portage, WI.

HUD Designated Metro Area: Income Limits

2024Median Family Income2024 Yearly Income Limit2024 Yearly Income Limit - Person(s) in Family
Income LimitsCategory12345
Columbia County, WI$99,600Very Low Income (50%)$34,900$39,850$44,850$49,800$53,800
Extremely Low Income (30%)$20,950$23,950$26,950$31,200$36,580
Low Income (80%) $55,800$63,800$71,750$79,700$86,100

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HUD Housing Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties In Portage, WI

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Portage, WI. LIHTC apartment rents are not based on the tenants income. Income credit set aside brackets are selected during the apartment credit applications are used to determine the apartment rents.

The rents are based upon the Area Medium Income (AMI) and tenant based utility allowances. At least 20% of these apartments (listed below), must provide these low rates for low-income tenants.

HUD housing LIHTC Eligibility Requirements

Income: Households must earn below a certain income level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 60% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for LIHTC housing.
Citizenship or residency status: Households must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.
Need for housing assistance: Households must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that they must be unable to afford housing on their own.

In addition to the above requirements, some LIHTC properties may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for LIHTC housing, you can contact your local housing authority (listed above) or search for LIHTC properties (listed below).

LIHTC Maximum Rents

The maximum allowable rents are equal to 30% of the Area Medium Income (AMI), less the utility allowances.

HUD Fair Market Rents for Portage, WI Columbia County

Apartment SizeHUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For AreaLIHTC Maximum Rent
Studio Apartments$693Estimated $207.90 - utility allowance
One Bedroom Apartments$779Estimated $233.70 - utility allowance
Two Bedroom Apartments$1023Estimated $306.90 - utility allowance
Three Bedroom Apartments$1439Estimated $431.70 - utility allowance


Available LIHTC Properties In Portage, WI

Using the table above you can estimate what you would be paying by checking the LIHTC Maximum Rent section.

Contact these properties for openings and wait lists and price lists.

Portage Court


Portage, WI - 53901
Total Apartment Units: 40
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 40
1 Bedroom apartments 12
2 Bedroom apartments 24
3 Bedroom apartments 4
Years In Service Since: 1989

Village House Apartments

2830 Village Rd
Portage, WI - 53901
Total Apartment Units: 48
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 48
1 Bedroom apartments 48
Years In Service Since: 1989

Deer Run

2345 Schultz St
Portage, WI - 53901
Total Apartment Units: 32
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 32
1 Bedroom apartments 20
2 Bedroom apartments 12
Years In Service Since: 1991

The Phoenix

104 W Cook St
Portage, WI - 53901
Total Apartment Units: 44
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 44
1 Bedroom apartments 35
2 Bedroom apartments 9
Years In Service Since: 1996

Portage Commons Apt Homes

575 E Slifer St
Portage, WI - 53901
Total Apartment Units: 46
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 46
1 Bedroom apartments 10
2 Bedroom apartments 20
3 Bedroom apartments 8
Years In Service Since: 2002


HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Portage, WI

The US Department of Housing and Urban Development provides active listings of Section 8 and Multifamily apartments. We have listed them below for you to contact. Check with them to see if they have current availabilities and/or waiting lists. With Section 8 properties, you will need a voucher. Contact the Columbia County Public Housing Authorities, listed at the top of this page.

Eligibility for HUD Housing Section 8, you must meet the following requirements:

Income: Your income must be below a certain level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 50% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for Section 8 housing.
Citizenship or residency status: You must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
Need for housing assistance: You must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that you must be unable to afford housing on your own.

In addition to the above requirements, some Section 8 programs may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for Section 8 housing, you can contact your local Public Housing Authority (listed above). The Public Housing Authorities can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for Section 8 assistance.

Tips To Get In To Section 8 Housing:

Local Rules: Each local housing authority has different rules around Section 8. Decide where you want to live and find the housing authorities in charge of those neighborhoods.
Applying for a Voucher: Contact your local Public Housing Agency (PHA) to apply for a voucher. They can tell you if they’re currently accepting new applicants and provide application details.
Payment Standards: Section 8 doesn’t specify a fixed dollar amount for rent assistance. Instead, the PHA sets a payment standard based on local housing market rates.

Riverwood Apartments

215 W. Mullet Street
Portage, WI - 53901
Phone: 608-742-4454
Total Apartment Units: 60
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Village House Apartments

2830 Village Rd
Portage, WI - 53901
Phone: (608) 836-1152
Total Apartment Units: 48
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

Pat Smith / Elder Locke Manor

142 Henry Dr
Portage, WI - 53901
Phone: 800-685-9353
Total Apartment Units: 24
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Howard Woods Apts

450 N Jackson St
Portage, WI - 53901
Phone: 608-848-4500
Total Apartment Units: 40
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

Campus View Apartments

406 Collins St
Portage, WI - 53901
Phone: 608-822-1368
Total Apartment Units: 16
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing


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