About This Property
Ridgecrest Apartments comprises 127 units in Madison, Wisconsin, with a unit mix of 31 one-bedroom, 64 two-bedroom, and 32 three-bedroom apartments. The property includes 5 low-income units and was placed in service in 2014 using 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. Professional management oversees daily operations at this Dane County property.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Madison Community Development Agency
The Family Public Housing and Senior and Disabled Public Housing waiting lists are currently open indefinitely. Preferences are given to City of Madison residents, elderly individuals, and persons with disabilities.
The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list last accepted applications from March 27, 2023, until April 2, 2023. Preferences previously included families terminated from the HCV program due to insufficient funding, city residency, elderly, or disabled individuals.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated June 17, 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 Apartments(Fka Northridge Terrace) is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Ridgecrest Apartments(Fka Northridge Terrace)?+
Ridgecrest Apartments(Fka Northridge Terrace) offers the following unit types: 31 One-Bedroom, 64 Two-Bedroom, 32 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 127 units.
Is there a waitlist for Ridgecrest Apartments(Fka 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.
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.
Who manages Ridgecrest Apartments(Fka Northridge Terrace)?+
Ridgecrest Apartments(Fka Northridge Terrace) is managed by . You can reach them at .
How do I apply for housing at Ridgecrest Apartments(Fka Northridge Terrace)?+
Ridgecrest Apartments(Fka Northridge Terrace) is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , 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.
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 Apartments(Fka Northridge Terrace) may be lower for income-eligible households.
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