Wilson Commons LIHTC Milwaukee, WI
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD LIHTC 2024
Wilson Commons is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) community in Milwaukee, WI with 127 units. Rents are set relative to household income.
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occupancy
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avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) |
|---|---|
| Address | 1500 W Sonata Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53221 Map → |
| Tax-credit (LI) units | 55 |
| Placed in service | 2004 |
How to apply at Wilson Commons
LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
- Call or visit the management office at 1500 W Sonata Dr, 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.
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Clare Heights Senior Apts LIHTC | Milwaukee | 1.4 km |
| Southgate Square I PB Section 8 | Milwaukee | 2 km |
| Southgate Square Ii PB Section 8 | Milwaukee | 2 km |
| Cleveland Terrace PB Section 8 | Milwaukee | 2.2 km |
| Euclid Arms Apartments PB Section 8 | Milwaukee | 2.4 km |
| Greenfield Senior Housing LIHTC | Greenfield | 2.5 km |
| Waterford Place LIHTC | Milwaukee | 2.5 km |
| Lincoln Court Public Housing | Milwaukee | 3.4 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Wilson Commons have?
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC). LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
How much is rent at Wilson Commons?
Rents are income-based: expect to pay roughly 30% of adjusted monthly household income under the building's federal program.
How do I apply at Wilson Commons?
Contact the management office at 1500 W Sonata Dr 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.