How many low income apartments are in Oak Creek, WI?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Oak Creek with approximately 817 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Oak Creek?

Tenant-paid rents in Oak Creek's assisted buildings typically range from about $384 to $425 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 Oak Creek?

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 Oak Creek?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Milwaukee County: about $1,119/mo for one-bedroom and $1,338/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Oak Creek, WI

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Oak Creek with roughly 817 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $384 to $425 per month.

assisted properties

817

subsidized units

$405

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Oak Creek

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Oak Creek

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Newbury Place Apts LIHTC	164	—	—
Oak Creek Courts PB Section 8	128	$384	—
Lake Forest Apts I PB Section 8	127	$398	—
Cherry Creek View Apts LIHTC	104	—	—
The Centennial LIHTC	97	—	—
Lake Forest Apartments Ii PB Section 8	64	$386	—
Brandywood Apts LIHTC	54	—	—
Booth Manor PB Section 8	40	$425	—
Booth Manor Two Inc §202 Senior	39	$408	—

Section 8 apartments in Oak Creek (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
Oak Creek Courts PB Section 8	128	$384	—
Lake Forest Apts I PB Section 8	127	$398	—
Lake Forest Apartments Ii PB Section 8	64	$386	—
Booth Manor PB Section 8	40	$425	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Oak Creek

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
Newbury Place Apts LIHTC	164	—	—
Cherry Creek View Apts LIHTC	104	—	—
The Centennial LIHTC	97	—	—
Brandywood Apts LIHTC	54	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Milwaukee County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Milwaukee County: studio $1,027, 1-BR $1,119, 2-BR $1,338, 3-BR $1,648, 4-BR $1,784.

Full FMR table for Milwaukee County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Oak Creek

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.