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Eau Claire Housing Authority

Name: Eau Claire Housing Authority
Address: 203 S Farwell St, Eau Claire, WI, 54701, US
Telephone: 7158394943

203 S Farwell St, Eau Claire, WI, 54701

Information verified October 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 6 hr ago

About This Property

Eau Claire Housing Authority operates 111 units of public housing in Eau Claire, WI. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently open for applications. The authority provides rental assistance and housing options for eligible residents in Eau Claire County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Online (download and mail/hand-deliver), In-person, Mail

The waiting list is continuously accepting pre-applications for families and does not offer housing for senior/disabled households. Applicants must be low-income, at or below 80% area median income, to be eligible. Declining two invitations will purge the application from the waitlist. No documents are needed at the time of pre-application.

Last verified February 6, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The waiting list is currently closed and is maintained and purged every 6 months; eligibility is for individuals and families with income of 50% AMI or below, with 75% of vouchers going to households with AMI of 30% or below, and it prioritizes applicants who live, previously lived, or work in Altoona or Eau Claire County.

Last verified May 25, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated October 18, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

111

Fair Market Rent - Eau Claire 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	$777
1 Bedroom	$833
2 Bedroom	$1,039
3 Bedroom	$1,427
4 Bedroom	$1,555

Income Limits - Eau Claire County, WI

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $16,800
Very Low (50%): $28,000
Low (80%): $44,800

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $19,200
Very Low (50%): $32,000
Low (80%): $51,200

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $36,000
Low (80%): $57,600

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $40,000
Low (80%): $64,000

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $43,200
Low (80%): $69,150

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $46,400
Low (80%): $74,250

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $49,600
Low (80%): $79,400

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $52,800
Low (80%): $84,500

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$16,800	$28,000	$44,800
2 Persons	$19,200	$32,000	$51,200
3 Persons	$21,960	$36,000	$57,600
4 Persons	$26,500	$40,000	$64,000
5 Persons	$31,040	$43,200	$69,150
6 Persons	$35,580	$46,400	$74,250
7 Persons	$40,120	$49,600	$79,400
8 Persons	$44,660	$52,800	$84,500

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Eau Claire, WI?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Eau Claire County, WI is: $777 (Studio), $833 (1BR), $1039 (2BR), $1427 (3BR), $1555 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Eau Claire Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Eau Claire Housing Authority have?+

Eau Claire Housing Authority has a total of 111 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Eau Claire County, WI?+

For a 4-person household in Eau Claire County, WI, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $40,000, Low Income (80% AMI): $64,000. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Eau Claire Housing Authority?+

Eau Claire Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7158394943, 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.

Is there a waitlist for Eau Claire Housing Authority?+

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.

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