Washburn County Housing PB Section 8 Spooner, WI
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Washburn County Housing is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Spooner, WI with 28 units reporting 93% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $359/month on average.
28
total units
93%
occupancy
$359
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 814 Elm Dr, Spooner, WI 54801 Map → |
| Average household income | $15,939/yr |
| Average personal income | $11,840/yr |
| People per unit | 1.3 |
| Moved in within last year | 15% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 65% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 73% |
How to apply at Washburn County Housing
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 814 Elm Dr, Spooner; 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 (~$359/mo average here).
Other subsidized housing in Spooner
- Goslin Court Public Housing
- Hilltop Manor- Washburn County LIHTCPB Section 8
- The Pines Apts LIHTC
- Lorraine Glassing Villa §811
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lakeland Manor Public Housing | Shell Lake | 10.3 km |
← All subsidized housing in Spooner
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Washburn County Housing 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 Washburn County Housing?
Residents report average rents near $359/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 Washburn County Housing?
Contact the management office at 814 Elm Dr in Spooner. 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.