How many low income apartments are in Beaver Dam, WI?

HUD administrative data tracks 10 subsidized properties in Beaver Dam with approximately 657 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Beaver Dam?

Tenant-paid rents in Beaver Dam's assisted buildings typically range from about $356 to $421 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Beaver Dam?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Beaver Dam?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Dodge County: about $873/mo for one-bedroom and $1,080/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Beaver Dam, WI

There are 10 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Beaver Dam with roughly 657 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 8 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $356 to $421 per month.

assisted properties

657

subsidized units

$389

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Beaver Dam

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Beaver Dam

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Valley Crest Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	144	—	—
Bay Shore Apartments PB Section 8	112	$421	—
Spring Isle Ii LIHTC	83	—	—
Madison Place LIHTCPB Section 8	62	—	—
Campbell Court PB Section 8	56	$356	—
Shoe Factory Apts LIHTC	50	—	—
Lake View Apts LIHTC	40	—	—
Stoneridge Apts LIHTC	40	—	—
Keystone Manor LIHTC	36	—	—
Beaver Dam Lake Historic Lofts LIHTCPB Section 8	34	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Beaver Dam (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Valley Crest Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	144	—	—
Bay Shore Apartments PB Section 8	112	$421	—
Madison Place LIHTCPB Section 8	62	—	—
Campbell Court PB Section 8	56	$356	—
Beaver Dam Lake Historic Lofts LIHTCPB Section 8	34	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Beaver Dam

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Spring Isle Ii LIHTC	83	—	—
Shoe Factory Apts LIHTC	50	—	—
Lake View Apts LIHTC	40	—	—
Stoneridge Apts LIHTC	40	—	—
Keystone Manor LIHTC	36	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Dodge County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Dodge County: studio $745, 1-BR $873, 2-BR $1,080, 3-BR $1,454, 4-BR $1,485.

Full FMR table for Dodge County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Beaver Dam

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.