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
Preferences are given to applicants who live, work, or attend school in the City of Madison; applications with 'Homeless' as an address are rejected.
The waitlist for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program closed on April 2, 2023, and utilized a lottery process when open, giving priority to City of Madison residents.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 18, 2026
Property Details
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.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,100
- Low (80%)
- $55,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,250
- Low (80%)
- $63,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $27,900
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,400
- Low (80%)
- $71,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $30,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $51,550
- Low (80%)
- $79,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $33,450
- Very Low (50%)
- $55,700
- Low (80%)
- $86,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $59,800
- Low (80%)
- $92,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $63,950
- Low (80%)
- $99,100
- 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.
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.
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.
Contact Information
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