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Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee

Name: Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
Address: 809 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, US
Telephone: 4142865678

809 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI, 53202

Information verified July 28, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 7 hr ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee manages 9,669 public housing units throughout Milwaukee County. The public housing waitlist is currently open for applicants, while the Section 8 waitlist is closed. This housing authority provides rental assistance and housing options for eligible residents in the Milwaukee area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened March 5, 2025

Apply: Online

Head of household must be 18+ and income must not exceed 80% of Milwaukee County's median income; selection is by application date and time, with most units being one-bedroom. Current applicants must update information by August 16, 2026, via myportal.hacm.org to remain active.

Last verified June 18, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The HCV waiting list was previously open from December 15, 2021, through August 1, 2024, and a random lottery selected 5,000 applicants for placement on the waiting list. Placement on the waiting list does not guarantee future assistance.

Last verified June 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated July 28, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

9669

Fair Market Rent - Milwaukee 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	$845
1 Bedroom	$979
2 Bedroom	$1,170
3 Bedroom	$1,460
4 Bedroom	$1,592

Income Limits - Milwaukee County, WI

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $17,750
Very Low (50%): $29,550
Low (80%): $47,250

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $20,250
Very Low (50%): $33,800
Low (80%): $54,000

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $22,800
Very Low (50%): $38,000
Low (80%): $60,750

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $42,200
Low (80%): $67,500

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $45,600
Low (80%): $72,900

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $49,000
Low (80%): $78,300

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $52,350
Low (80%): $83,700

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $55,750
Low (80%): $89,100

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$17,750	$29,550	$47,250
2 Persons	$20,250	$33,800	$54,000
3 Persons	$22,800	$38,000	$60,750
4 Persons	$26,500	$42,200	$67,500
5 Persons	$31,040	$45,600	$72,900
6 Persons	$35,580	$49,000	$78,300
7 Persons	$40,120	$52,350	$83,700
8 Persons	$44,660	$55,750	$89,100

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Milwaukee County, WI is: $845 (Studio), $979 (1BR), $1170 (2BR), $1460 (3BR), $1592 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee have?+

Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee has a total of 9669 housing units.

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

For a 4-person household in Milwaukee County, WI, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $42,200, Low Income (80% AMI): $67,500. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee?+

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 Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee?+

Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 4142865678, 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.

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