Affordable Housing (LIHTC)

HACM offers a number of affordable housing units throughout Milwaukee. Visit the Affordable Housing properties page for more information about these properties. 

Rent

Rent is generally based on 30% of your income. A security deposit equal to one month’s rent or $150 (whichever is greater) and the first month’s rent is required at the time of leasing. 

Apply

Applications for this housing program are accepted on a continual basis. Visit waitlist.hacm.org for more information and to pre-apply for the waiting list.

Income Restrictions

Household income cannot exceed limits established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development:

*Flat rent and maximum income limits are subject to change.

The majority of our apartments are one-bedroom apartments; however, a few two-bedroom units are occasionally available for those households requiring a second bedroom.

Update Your Waiting List Information

If you are on the waiting list and would like to update your information, please contact our Housing Intake Office at (414) 286-5678.

Approval Process

For applicants who meet the income criteria, a credit report, criminal history and three-year rental history (landlord references) will be obtained and verified, and your household income and assets will be verified to determine if your application will be accepted. Applicants who do not meet our selection criteria will not be approved for housing.

Waiting Time

The amount of time you will be on the waiting list depends on: 1) date and time you applied for housing and 2) anticipated unit availability. Due to these variables, it is difficult to make estimates regarding individual wait times.

Apartments and Amenities

All apartments include utilities, a stove and refrigerator. All buildings have card-accessed secured lobbies. We have 24 hour emergency maintenance and security staff to respond to emergency situations. A small pet (dog or cat up to 30 pounds) is also welcome (security deposit required). We offer a number of social service, recreational and employment assistance opportunities.

Reasonable Accommodation

Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through sign language interpreters or other auxiliary aids. For additional information or assistance, please contact the 504 Coordinator for the Housing Authority at 414-286-5678 (voice) or 414-286-3504 (TDD). The 504 Coordinator can also be reached by writing to her at Housing Authority, P.O. Box 324, Milwaukee, WI 53201 or by emailing her at mtread@hacm.org.