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Madison Community Development Agency

Name: Madison Community Development Agency
Address: 215 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Rm 161, Madison, WI, 53703, US
Telephone: 6082664675

215 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Rm 161, Madison, WI, 53703

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 9 hr ago

About This Property

Madison Community Development Agency operates 2,770 affordable housing units in Madison, Wisconsin, serving Dane County residents. The organization functions as a housing authority providing public housing and Section 8 rental assistance programs. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Online

The Senior and Disabled Public Housing waiting list is currently accepting applications indefinitely. Local residency, elderly, and persons with disabilities receive preferences.

Last verified April 14, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened March 27, 2023

Closed April 2, 2023

Apply: Online

The waiting list prioritizes families terminated from the HCV program due to insufficient funding, those with children, the disabled, and the elderly. Preferences are also given to City of Madison residents, homeless individuals, or survivors of domestic violence.

Last verified May 3, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

2770

Fair Market Rent - Dane County, WI

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,004
1 Bedroom	$1,182
2 Bedroom	$1,372
3 Bedroom	$1,808
4 Bedroom	$1,986

Income Limits - Dane County, WI

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $21,700
Very Low (50%): $36,100
Low (80%): $55,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $24,800
Very Low (50%): $41,250
Low (80%): $63,950

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $27,900
Very Low (50%): $46,400
Low (80%): $71,950

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $30,950
Very Low (50%): $51,550
Low (80%): $79,900

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $33,450
Very Low (50%): $55,700
Low (80%): $86,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,950
Very Low (50%): $59,800
Low (80%): $92,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $63,950
Low (80%): $99,100

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $68,050
Low (80%): $105,500

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$21,700	$36,100	$55,950
2 Persons	$24,800	$41,250	$63,950
3 Persons	$27,900	$46,400	$71,950
4 Persons	$30,950	$51,550	$79,900
5 Persons	$33,450	$55,700	$86,300
6 Persons	$35,950	$59,800	$92,700
7 Persons	$40,120	$63,950	$99,100
8 Persons	$44,660	$68,050	$105,500

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Madison, WI?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Dane County, WI is: $1004 (Studio), $1182 (1BR), $1372 (2BR), $1808 (3BR), $1986 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Madison Community Development Agency is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Madison Community Development Agency have?+

Madison Community Development Agency has a total of 2770 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Madison Community Development Agency?+

Madison Community Development Agency is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6082664675, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Dane County, WI?+

For a 4-person household in Dane County, WI, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $30,950, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $51,550, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Madison Community Development Agency?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

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