About This Property
Vaughn Commons offers 8 low-income residential units in Madison, Wisconsin, with a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. The property has been in service since 1988 and is financed through 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. A non-profit organization owns and operates this affordable housing community.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Madison Community Development Agency
The Senior and Disabled Public Housing waiting list is accepting applications indefinitely. The Family Public Housing waiting list is currently open. Preferences include City of Madison or Dane County residency (City prioritized), older adults (62+), persons with disabilities who receive Social Security benefits, and households with a child under 18 years old.
The waiting list last accepted applications from March 27, 2023, until April 2, 2023. Preferences included families terminated from the HCV program due to insufficient program funding. The City of Madison and Dane County use a lottery system to select applicants to add to the wait list.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 7, 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 Vaughn Commons is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Vaughn Commons?+
Vaughn Commons offers the following unit types: 2 One-Bedroom, 5 Two-Bedroom, 1 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 8 units.
Who manages Vaughn Commons?+
Vaughn Commons 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 Vaughn Commons may be lower for income-eligible households.
Is there a waitlist for Vaughn Commons?+
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.
How do I apply for housing at Vaughn Commons?+
Vaughn Commons 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.
Contact Information
Location
Dane County, WI
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