Walworth County, WI
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $831/mo | $748 – $914/mo |
| 1 BR | $919/mo | $827 – $1,011/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,206/mo | $1,085 – $1,327/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,517/mo | $1,365 – $1,669/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,956/mo | $1,760 – $2,152/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Walworth County, WI (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Walworth County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Walworth County
- Walworth County Housing Authority
20 N Church St Ste 1, Elkhorn, WI, 53121 · 2627236123
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Walworth County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $41,650 |
| 2 people | $47,600 |
| 3 people | $53,550 |
| 4 people | $59,450 |
| 5 people | $64,250 |
| 6 people | $69,000 |
| 7 people | $73,750 |
| 8 people | $78,500 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Walworth County
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
WHITEWATER WOODS APARTMENTS
340 A NORTH NEWCOMB ST, WHITEWATER, WI, 531903 income-restricted units of 40 total12 1BR, 20 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044WALWORTH APARTMENTS
323 WEST COURT STREET, ELKHORN, WI, 531217 income-restricted units of 139 total119 1BR, 12 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20124% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042SEDGEMEADOW
18 W ST, ELKHORN, WI, 5312143 income-restricted units of 48 total26 1BR, 22 2BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033HIGHLANDS OF GENEVA CROSSING
721 S CURTIS ST, LAKE GENEVA, WI, 5314710 income-restricted units of 48 total12 1BR, 36 2BRBuilt 20039% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033TERRACES OF GENEVA CROSSING
725 S CURTIS ST, LAKE GENEVA, WI, 5314724 income-restricted units of 48 total24 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030JACKSON CREEK SENIOR APTS
209 GRANT ST, ELKHORN, WI, 5312143 income-restricted units of 48 total23 1BR, 25 2BRBuilt 1998Compliance through ~2028CHESTNUT RIDGE APTS PHASE II
527 AUTUMN DR, DELAVAN, WI, 5311532 income-restricted units32 3BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026FOX LANE APTS
350 FOX LN, WALWORTH, WI, 5318448 income-restricted units24 2BR, 23 3BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026CHESTNUT RIDGE APTS PHASE I
433 AUTUMN DR, DELAVAN, WI, 5311532 income-restricted units1 1BR, 31 3BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025PARKSIDE VILLAGE APT HOMES
317 S MAIN ST, DELAVAN, WI, 5311543 income-restricted units of 45 total19 1BR, 26 2BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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