About This Property
The Breese Apartments is a 65-unit residential community in Madison that includes 18 low-income units financed through 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. Placed in service in 2017, the property offers a mix of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom units. The community serves the Madison area in Dane County, Wisconsin.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Madison Community Development Agency
This waitlist is for Public Housing for disabled individuals or those aged 62+ (0-1 bedroom units). Preferences include local residency, elderly, and persons with disabilities.
The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently closed. Preferences for previous openings included families terminated from HCV due to insufficient funding, city residency, elderly, disabled, homeless, or domestic violence survivors.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 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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Tax Credit Program Details
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 The Breese Apartments is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at The Breese Apartments?+
The Breese Apartments offers the following unit types: 9 Studio, 29 One-Bedroom, 18 Two-Bedroom, 9 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 65 units.
How do I apply for housing at The Breese Apartments?+
The Breese Apartments 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.
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 The Breese Apartments?+
The Breese Apartments is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
Is there a waitlist for The Breese Apartments?+
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 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 The Breese Apartments may be lower for income-eligible households.
Contact Information
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