How many low income apartments are in Westby, WI?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Westby with approximately 206 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Westby?

Tenant-paid rents in Westby's assisted buildings typically range from about $297 to $461 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 Westby?

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 Westby?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Vernon County: about $760/mo for one-bedroom and $973/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Westby, WI

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Westby with roughly 206 assisted units — including 9 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 0 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $297 to $461 per month.

assisted properties

206

subsidized units

$379

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Westby

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Westby

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Westby Housing Authority PB Section 8	35	$341	—
Westby-heritage Haven- Lacrosse PB Section 8	25	$354	—
Westby-heritage Haven-sparta PB Section 8	24	$380	—
Westby-greendale Apartments PB Section 8	23	$407	—
Westby-partridge Run Apartments PB Section 8	23	$340	—
Westby-pinedale Apartments PB Section 8	23	$393	—
Westby-parkview Apartments PB Section 8	18	$461	—
Westby-pheasant Run Apartments PB Section 8	18	$297	—
Westby-halvorsen Apartments PB Section 8	17	$361	—

Section 8 apartments in Westby (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
Westby Housing Authority PB Section 8	35	$341	—
Westby-heritage Haven- Lacrosse PB Section 8	25	$354	—
Westby-heritage Haven-sparta PB Section 8	24	$380	—
Westby-greendale Apartments PB Section 8	23	$407	—
Westby-partridge Run Apartments PB Section 8	23	$340	—
Westby-pinedale Apartments PB Section 8	23	$393	—
Westby-parkview Apartments PB Section 8	18	$461	—
Westby-pheasant Run Apartments PB Section 8	18	$297	—
Westby-halvorsen Apartments PB Section 8	17	$361	—

Voucher rent limits: Vernon County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Vernon County: studio $671, 1-BR $760, 2-BR $973, 3-BR $1,221, 4-BR $1,485.

Full FMR table for Vernon County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Westby

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.