Monroe County Housing Authority
Sparta, Wisconsin
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21 hours ago
About Monroe County Housing Authority
Monroe County Housing Authority (HUD agency code WI205) is the public housing agency serving Sparta, Monroe County, Wisconsin. It administers 136 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 3 waiting lists at this agency, covering Public Housing, HCV, Mainstream. As of Aug 14, 2026, 1 is open and 1 is closed. Status is unconfirmed for 1 further list.
Income eligibility is set by HUD for the Monroe County, WI area. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $46,400 per year, and as Low Income at or below $74,250 (HUD FY2025 limits). Most waiting lists at this agency apply the Very Low Income threshold.
Section 8 Waitlist has recorded 8 status changes at this agency, most recently on Oct 5, 2026.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waiting list is currently open for senior/disabled households only; families are not eligible. Applicants must include Social Security Cards and photo IDs for all adult household members.
Other Programs
2 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) officially closed its statewide tenant-based Housing Choice Voucher list on April 8, 2025. For rural areas like Sparta, there are no public online lookups, and applicants must contact the housing authority directly by phone for information.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Monroe County Housing Authority directly to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Monroe County Housing Authority
Check Current Status
Monroe County Housing Authority currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Monroe County Housing Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $46,400/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Contact Monroe County Housing Authority directly at to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Monroe County Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Monroe County Housing Authority manages approximately 136 assisted housing units (136 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Sparta. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Monroe County Housing Authority
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Monroe County Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Monroe County Housing Authority provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Sparta. This program serves approximately 136 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Monroe County Housing Authority are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Monroe County Housing Authority?
Monroe County Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Monroe County Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Monroe County, WI. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $46,400. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $19,500 | $32,500 | $52,000 |
| 2 Persons | $22,300 | $37,150 | $59,400 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $41,800 | $66,850 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $46,400 | $74,250 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $50,150 | $80,200 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $53,850 | $86,150 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $57,550 | $92,100 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $61,250 | $98,050 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Monroe County Housing Authority — including across state lines.