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Trolley Quarter Flats

1500 N 1st St, Wausau, WI, 54403

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

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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

Public Housing Waitlist
Closed
Opened January 20, 2025
Closed January 30, 2025

Riverview Terrace offers 36 one-bedroom apartments for income-qualifying individuals or couples, with at least one household member 62 years of age or older.

Last verified April 14, 2026
Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist
Closed
Closed April 12, 2024

The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program waiting list closed on April 12, 2024, at 3:30 PM. The CDA implements a homeless waitlist preference.

Last verified February 17, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units
40
1 Bedroom
10
2 Bedroom
19
3 Bedroom
11

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.

BedroomsFMR
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.

1 Person
Extremely Low (30%)
$16,700
Very Low (50%)
$27,800
Low (80%)
$44,450
2 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$19,050
Very Low (50%)
$31,750
Low (80%)
$50,800
3 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$21,960
Very Low (50%)
$35,700
Low (80%)
$57,150
4 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$26,500
Very Low (50%)
$39,650
Low (80%)
$63,450
5 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$31,040
Very Low (50%)
$42,850
Low (80%)
$68,550
6 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$35,580
Very Low (50%)
$46,000
Low (80%)
$73,650
7 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$40,120
Very Low (50%)
$49,200
Low (80%)
$78,700
8 Persons
Extremely Low (30%)
$44,660
Very Low (50%)
$52,350
Low (80%)
$83,800

Tax Credit Program Details

Year Placed in Service
2012
LIHTC Credit Type
9%
Low-Income Units
10 / 40
Designations
Qualified Census Tract

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.

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.

Is there a waitlist for Trolley Quarter Flats?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. 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.

Who manages Trolley Quarter Flats?+

Trolley Quarter Flats is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.

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.

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Walk Score

Very Walkable

79
Walk
81
Bike

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Location

Marathon County, WI

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