The Walter PB Section 8 Lincoln, NE
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
The Walter is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Lincoln, NE with 100 units reporting 96% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $427/month on average.
100
total units
96%
occupancy
$427
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 5501 Sea Mountain Rd, Lincoln, NE 68521 Map → |
| Average household income | $19,109/yr |
| Average personal income | $18,563/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 14% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 74% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 99% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at The Walter
Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
- Call or visit the management office at 5501 Sea Mountain Rd, Lincoln; 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 (~$427/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Paul Vi Heights LIHTC | Lincoln | 1.4 km |
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| Portia Place Townhouses LIHTC | Lincoln | 2.4 km |
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| Northglen Apts LIHTC | Lincoln | 3.4 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does The Walter have?
Project-Based Section 8. Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
How much is rent at The Walter?
Residents report average rents near $427/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 The Walter?
Contact the management office at 5501 Sea Mountain Rd in Lincoln. 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.