Manitowoc Housing Authority
1433 N 6th St, Manitowoc, WI, 54220 · ~99 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Manitowoc, WI (2026)
Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency. Full county data: Manitowoc County
Who this agency serves
Manitowoc Housing Authority served 99 households across 99 units (100% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 1.0 people, an average annual income of $20,089, and pays an average of $406 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 99 of 99 units
- Avg. household income
- $20,089
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $406
- Avg. household size
- 1.0 people
- Households with children
- 0%
- Head of household 62+
- 59%
- Head of household with a disability
- 67%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 2 months
Unit mix: 98% 1-bedroom, 2% 2-bedroom.
Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.
Public housing inspection scores
HUD conducts physical inspections of public housing developments under the REAC (Real Estate Assessment Center) program. Scores run 0–100: 90+ is High Performer, 60–89 is Standard, below 60 is Troubled. This agency administers 1 development with an average score of 84 (Standard).
| Development | City | Score | Protocol | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MANITOU MANOR | Manitowoc | 84 Standard | UPCS | Sep 2018 |
Source: HUD REAC Physical Inspection Scores — data reflects the most recent inspection for each development. See Understanding REAC and NSPIRE inspection scores for methodology details.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher through Manitowoc Housing Authority, 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 (the Extremely Low Income limit) for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $33,600 |
| 2 people | $38,400 |
| 3 people | $43,200 |
| 4 people | $48,000 |
| 5 people | $51,850 |
| 6 people | $55,700 |
| 7 people | $59,550 |
| 8 people | $63,400 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary. Contact Manitowoc Housing Authority directly for current availability. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Manitowoc, WI
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.
ARTIST LOFTS
2402 FRANKLIN ST, MANITOWOC, WI, 5422013 income-restricted units of 40 total24 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046EDGEWATER TERRACE
2812 7TH STREET, TWO RIVERS, WI, 542414 income-restricted units of 40 total36 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20154% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045NORTHWINDS APARTMENTS
1551 - 1553 SOUTH 35TH STREET, MANITOWOC, WI, 542204 income-restricted units of 40 total36 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043MANITOWOC NORTHWINDS
1571 S 35TH ST, MANITOWOC, WI, 5422040 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043FAIRVIEW CROSSING APARTMENTS
11 E PAINE ST, KIEL, WI, 530425 income-restricted units of 64 total24 1BR, 38 2BR, 2 3BRBuilt 2009Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2039HISTORIC MANITOWOC PLACE
204 N EIGHTH ST, MANITOWOC, WI, 5422033 income-restricted units14 1BR, 19 2BRBuilt 2005Compliance through ~2035YORKSHIRE APTS
3315 YORKSHIRE LN, MANITOWOC, WI, 5422056 income-restricted units8 1BR, 24 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027LAKESHORE PARK APTS
1100 ADAMS ST, TWO RIVERS, WI, 5424132 income-restricted units6 1BR, 20 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025MILL VIEW APTS
22 E FREMONT ST, KIEL, WI, 5304224 income-restricted units22 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025LINDEN STREET APTS
1051 LINDEN ST, CLEVELAND, WI, 5301512 income-restricted units10 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024
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 →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact Manitowoc Housing Authority directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.
Evaluating this market
Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.