About This Property
Trolley Quarter Flats contains 40 apartments in Wausau, Wisconsin, with a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom units placed in service in 2012. Ten units serve low-income households through 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. The property is managed for mixed-income occupancy with rental options across varying unit sizes.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Wausau Community Development Agency
The Scattered Sites Public Housing waiting list is currently open until further notice. Rent is based on 30% of adjusted gross income, including water and sewer, with a utility allowance deduction for electricity and gas. This program includes 46 non-smoking units in single-family homes, duplexes, and a six-plex, available in one, two, three, and four-bedroom layouts.
The waiting list for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program closed on April 12, 2024. Eligibility is based on income, family size, and citizenship status, with income generally below 50% of the Area Median Income. Applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 28, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Marathon 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 | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $776 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,020 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,324 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,358 |
Income Limits - Marathon County, WI
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $16,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,800
- Low (80%)
- $44,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $19,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,750
- Low (80%)
- $50,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,700
- Low (80%)
- $57,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,650
- Low (80%)
- $63,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,850
- Low (80%)
- $68,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,000
- Low (80%)
- $73,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $49,200
- Low (80%)
- $78,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,350
- Low (80%)
- $83,800
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $16,700 | $27,800 | $44,450 |
| 2 Persons | $19,050 | $31,750 | $50,800 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $35,700 | $57,150 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $39,650 | $63,450 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $42,850 | $68,550 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $46,000 | $73,650 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $49,200 | $78,700 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $52,350 | $83,800 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Wausau, WI?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Marathon County, WI is: $691 (Studio), $776 (1BR), $1020 (2BR), $1324 (3BR), $1358 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Trolley Quarter Flats is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Trolley Quarter Flats?+
Trolley Quarter Flats offers the following unit types: 10 One-Bedroom, 19 Two-Bedroom, 11 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 40 units.
Is there a waitlist for Trolley Quarter Flats?+
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.
How do I apply for housing at Trolley Quarter Flats?+
Trolley Quarter Flats 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 is the price range for apartments in Wausau, WI?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Marathon County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $776, 2-bedroom: $1020, 3-bedroom: $1324. Actual rent at Trolley Quarter Flats may be lower for income-eligible households.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Marathon County, WI?+
For a 4-person household in Marathon County, WI, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $39,650, Low Income (80% AMI): $63,450. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Who manages Trolley Quarter Flats?+
Trolley Quarter Flats is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
Contact Information
Walk Score
Very Walkable
Nearby Schools
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