About This Property
Project 8 Drytown comprises 24 units in Hayward, Wisconsin, with eight units designated as low-income housing. The property offers a mix of two-, three-, and four-bedroom floor plans, containing six 2BR, ten 3BR, and eight 4BR units. The development has been in service since 2007.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Sawyer County Housing Authority
Units include one-bedroom duplexes in Stone Lake and Exeland, two-bedroom duplexes and a tri-plex in Hayward; specific senior duplexes in Stone Lake and Exeland require applicants to be elderly, handicapped, or disabled.
Preference is given to families without housing, families in substandard housing, families paying over 50% of income for housing, and those working/disabled/retired; the program allows for portability to other counties/states.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Sawyer 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 | $638 |
| 1 Bedroom | $716 |
| 2 Bedroom | $941 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,138 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,253 |
Income Limits - Sawyer County, WI
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $15,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,150
- Low (80%)
- $40,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,750
- Low (80%)
- $46,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,350
- Low (80%)
- $51,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,900
- Low (80%)
- $57,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,800
- Low (80%)
- $62,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,650
- Low (80%)
- $66,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,550
- Low (80%)
- $71,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,400
- Low (80%)
- $75,850
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $15,100 | $25,150 | $40,250 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $28,750 | $46,000 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $32,350 | $51,750 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $35,900 | $57,450 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $38,800 | $62,050 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $41,650 | $66,650 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $44,550 | $71,250 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $47,400 | $75,850 |
Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Hayward, WI?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Sawyer County, WI is: $638 (Studio), $716 (1BR), $941 (2BR), $1138 (3BR), $1253 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Project 8 Drytown is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Project 8 Drytown?+
Project 8 Drytown offers the following unit types: 6 Two-Bedroom, 10 Three-Bedroom, 8 Four-Bedroom units, for a total of 24 units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Sawyer County, WI?+
For a 4-person household in Sawyer County, WI, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $35,900, Low Income (80% AMI): $57,450. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
What is the price range for apartments in Hayward, WI?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Sawyer County, the estimated price range is: 2-bedroom: $941, 3-bedroom: $1138. Actual rent at Project 8 Drytown may be lower for income-eligible households.
Who manages Project 8 Drytown?+
Project 8 Drytown is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
Is there a waitlist for Project 8 Drytown?+
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.
How do I apply for housing at Project 8 Drytown?+
Project 8 Drytown 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.
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