About This Property
Ridgecrest Apartments contains 127 units in Madison, Wisconsin, with a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans serving low-income residents. The property includes five designated low-income units and has been in service since 2014. It is financed through 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Madison Community Development Agency
The waiting list is open for Family (2-5 bedroom) and Senior/Disabled (0-1 bedroom) units. Preferences include local residency (City of Madison or Dane County), elderly (62+), and persons with disabilities.
The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list last accepted applications from March 27, 2023, until April 2, 2023. A lottery system was used for applicant selection, and preferences included families terminated from HCV due to insufficient funding or referred under specific programs.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 28, 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 |
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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 Ridgecrest Apartmentsfka Northridge Terrace is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Ridgecrest Apartmentsfka Northridge Terrace?+
Ridgecrest Apartmentsfka Northridge Terrace offers the following unit types: 31 One-Bedroom, 64 Two-Bedroom, 32 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 127 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 Ridgecrest Apartmentsfka Northridge Terrace?+
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.
Who manages Ridgecrest Apartmentsfka Northridge Terrace?+
Ridgecrest Apartmentsfka Northridge Terrace is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
What is the price range for apartments in Madison, WI?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Dane County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $1182, 2-bedroom: $1372, 3-bedroom: $1808. Actual rent at Ridgecrest Apartmentsfka Northridge Terrace may be lower for income-eligible households.
How do I apply for housing at Ridgecrest Apartmentsfka Northridge Terrace?+
Ridgecrest Apartmentsfka Northridge Terrace is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
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