Truax Phase Ii Public Housing Madison, WI
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Truax Phase Ii is a Public Housing community in Madison, WI with 40 units reporting 98% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $672/month on average. The property reported a typical wait of roughly 34 months.
40
total units
98%
occupancy
$672
avg resident rent
34 mo
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 1511 Wright St, Madison, WI 53704 Map → |
| Average household income | $31,982/yr |
| Average personal income | $10,661/yr |
| People per unit | 3 |
| Moved in within last year | 3% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 69% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 85% |
| One-bedroom share | 41% |
How to apply at Truax Phase Ii
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 1511 Wright St, Madison; 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 (~$672/mo average here).
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| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rethke Terrace LIHTCPB Section 8 | Madison | 1.4 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Truax Phase Ii 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 Truax Phase Ii?
Residents report average rents near $672/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 Truax Phase Ii?
Contact the management office at 1511 Wright St in Madison. 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.