Locust Court Public Housing Milwaukee, WI
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Locust Court is a Public Housing community in Milwaukee, WI with 230 units reporting 85% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $307/month on average. The property reported a typical wait of roughly 31 months.
230
total units
85%
occupancy
$307
avg resident rent
31 mo
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 1350 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI 53212 Map → |
| Average household income | $13,077/yr |
| Average personal income | $12,814/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 15% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 94% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 97% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Locust Court
Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
- Call or visit the management office at 1350 E Locust St, Milwaukee; ask if the waitlist is open and request an application.
- Gather ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of all income. Applications are always free.
- Claim eligible preferences (homelessness, veteran, local residency) with documentation.
- Respond fast to interview letters; verify rent expectations against your budget (~$307/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| River Park I PB Section 8 | Shorewood | 1.1 km |
| River Park Ii PB Section 8 | Shorewood | 1.1 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Locust Court have?
Public Housing. Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
How much is rent at Locust Court?
Residents report average rents near $307/month in HUD administrative data. Under most federal programs you pay roughly 30% of adjusted income — your actual amount depends on household income and unit size.
How do I apply at Locust Court?
Contact the management office at 1350 E Locust St in Milwaukee. Ask whether the waitlist is open, request an application, and claim any preferences you qualify for. There is never a fee to apply for HUD-subsidized housing.