How many low income apartments are in Neenah, WI?

HUD administrative data tracks 12 subsidized properties in Neenah with approximately 683 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Neenah?

Tenant-paid rents in Neenah's assisted buildings typically range from about $364 to $439 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 Neenah?

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 Neenah?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Winnebago County: about $889/mo for one-bedroom and $1,149/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Neenah, WI

There are 12 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Neenah with roughly 683 assisted units — including 9 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 $364 to $439 per month.

assisted properties

683

subsidized units

$402

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Neenah

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Neenah

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Fireside Commons Apartments PB Section 8	76	$364	—
Primrose Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	72	$439	—
Southview Park Apts LIHTC	70	—	—
Western Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	68	—	—
Neenah I PB Section 8	60	$390	—
Neenah Court/janesville Commons PB Section 8	56	$391	—
Brookstone Commons LIHTC	52	—	—
Mahler Park Phase 2 LIHTCPB Section 8	51	—	—
The Highlands at Mahler Park Phase 3 LIHTCPB Section 8	51	—	—
Mahler Park Phase 1 LIHTCPB Section 8	50	—	—
The Highlands at Mahler Park Phase 4 LIHTCPB Section 8	39	—	—
Assisi Homes of Neenah §202 Senior	38	$408	—

Section 8 apartments in Neenah (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
Fireside Commons Apartments PB Section 8	76	$364	—
Primrose Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	72	$439	—
Western Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	68	—	—
Neenah I PB Section 8	60	$390	—
Neenah Court/janesville Commons PB Section 8	56	$391	—
Mahler Park Phase 2 LIHTCPB Section 8	51	—	—
The Highlands at Mahler Park Phase 3 LIHTCPB Section 8	51	—	—
Mahler Park Phase 1 LIHTCPB Section 8	50	—	—
The Highlands at Mahler Park Phase 4 LIHTCPB Section 8	39	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Neenah

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
Southview Park Apts LIHTC	70	—	—
Brookstone Commons LIHTC	52	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Winnebago County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Winnebago County: studio $875, 1-BR $889, 2-BR $1,149, 3-BR $1,543, 4-BR $1,651.

Full FMR table for Winnebago County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Neenah

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.