About This Property
Monroe County Housing Authority operates 132 units of public housing in Sparta, Wisconsin. The public housing waitlist is currently closed, while the Section 8 program maintains an open waitlist for eligible applicants. Interested individuals can contact the housing authority directly for information about availability and application requirements.
Waitlist Information
The waiting list is currently accepting pre-applications for senior/disabled households only.
The HCV waitlist is open for very low-income families, elderly, and disabled individuals. Preferences may include veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, or local residents. Eligibility requires income at or below 50% AMI, with priority for 30% AMI households.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Monroe 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 | $676 |
| 1 Bedroom | $811 |
| 2 Bedroom | $998 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,427 |
Income Limits - Monroe County, WI
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $15,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,650
- Low (80%)
- $41,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,300
- Low (80%)
- $46,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,950
- Low (80%)
- $52,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,600
- Low (80%)
- $58,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,550
- Low (80%)
- $63,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,500
- Low (80%)
- $67,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,400
- Low (80%)
- $72,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,350
- Low (80%)
- $77,300
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $15,400 | $25,650 | $41,000 |
| 2 Persons | $17,600 | $29,300 | $46,850 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $32,950 | $52,700 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $36,600 | $58,550 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $39,550 | $63,250 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $42,500 | $67,950 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $45,400 | $72,650 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $48,350 | $77,300 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Sparta, WI?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Monroe County, WI is: $676 (Studio), $811 (1BR), $998 (2BR), $1297 (3BR), $1427 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Monroe County Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Monroe County Housing Authority have?+
Monroe County Housing Authority has a total of 132 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Monroe County Housing Authority?+
Monroe County Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6082695017, 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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Monroe County, WI?+
For a 4-person household in Monroe County, WI, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $36,600, Low Income (80% AMI): $58,550. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Monroe County Housing Authority?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. 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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