How many low income apartments are in River Falls, WI?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in River Falls with approximately 288 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in River Falls?

Tenant-paid rents in River Falls's assisted buildings typically range from about $414 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 River Falls?

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 River Falls?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Pierce 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 River Falls, WI

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in River Falls with roughly 288 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 7 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $414 to $425 per month. Median reported wait: about 13 months.

assisted properties

288

subsidized units

$420

typical rent

13 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in River Falls

Complete directory of subsidized housing in River Falls

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Riverview Manor Public Housing	70	$425	13 mo
Timber Ridge Apts LIHTC	42	—	—
Village Park Apts LIHTC	40	—	—
River Falls Terrace LIHTCPB Section 8	32	$414	—
River Glen Apts LIHTC	32	—	—
Red Cedar Estates LIHTC	24	—	—
Red Cedar Estates Ii LIHTC	24	—	—
Windmill Place LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Section 8 apartments in River Falls (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
River Falls Terrace LIHTCPB Section 8	32	$414	—
Windmill Place LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Public housing developments in River Falls

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
Riverview Manor Public Housing	70	$425	13 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in River Falls

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
Timber Ridge Apts LIHTC	42	—	—
Village Park Apts LIHTC	40	—	—
River Glen Apts LIHTC	32	—	—
Red Cedar Estates LIHTC	24	—	—
Red Cedar Estates Ii LIHTC	24	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Pierce County Fair Market Rents

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

Full FMR table for Pierce County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in River Falls

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.