How many low income apartments are in New Richmond, WI?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in New Richmond with approximately 296 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in New Richmond?

Tenant-paid rents in New Richmond's assisted buildings typically range from about $420 to $508 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 New Richmond?

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 New Richmond?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for St. Croix County: about $1,405/mo for one-bedroom and $1,709/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in New Richmond, WI

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in New Richmond with roughly 296 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 6 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $420 to $508 per month. Median reported wait: about 15 months.

assisted properties

296

subsidized units

$464

typical rent

15 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in New Richmond

Complete directory of subsidized housing in New Richmond

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Croft Place LIHTCPB Section 8	52	—	—
Dakota Meadows Residences Llc LIHTCPB Section 8	50	—	—
The Villas at Paperjack Creek LIHTC	44	—	—
Sunshine Court Public Housing	40	$420	15 mo
Boardman Meadows §202 Senior	35	$508	—
Park Meadows Apts LIHTC	27	—	—
Deer Path Townhomes I LIHTC	24	—	—
Deer Path Townhomes Ii LIHTC	24	—	—

Section 8 apartments in New Richmond (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
Croft Place LIHTCPB Section 8	52	—	—
Dakota Meadows Residences Llc LIHTCPB Section 8	50	—	—

Public housing developments in New Richmond

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Sunshine Court Public Housing	40	$420	15 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in New Richmond

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
The Villas at Paperjack Creek LIHTC	44	—	—
Park Meadows Apts LIHTC	27	—	—
Deer Path Townhomes I LIHTC	24	—	—
Deer Path Townhomes Ii LIHTC	24	—	—

Voucher rent limits: St. Croix County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for St. Croix County: studio $1,242, 1-BR $1,405, 2-BR $1,709, 3-BR $2,262, 4-BR $2,531.

Full FMR table for St. Croix County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in New Richmond

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.