Finding Section 8 Housing in Milwaukee: MHA & Partner Resources

The Milwaukee Housing Authority (MHA) administers the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) for the city.

📍 MHA Contact

• Phone: (414) 286-2851
• Website: mkehousing.org
• Address: 809 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202

📋 How to Apply

1. Check waiting list status on MHA website (opens/closes periodically).
2. When open: complete online application + submit documents (income, assets, household size, ID, SSN).
3. Eligibility: Income ≤50% AMI (Area Median Income), Milwaukee residency, US citizenship/eligible immigration status.
4. Preferences: homeless, veterans, disabilities, victims of domestic violence, working families.

⏳ Waiting List Reality

High demand → wait times of 1–3+ years. Apply ASAP when open; keep contact info current.

💰 If Approved

• MHA pays portion of rent directly to landlord (based on 30% adjusted income).
• Tenant pays difference.
• Unit must pass HQS (Housing Quality Standards) inspection.

🤝 Partner Organizations for Help

• Community Advocates: (414) 272-4404 | communityadvocates.org — housing counseling, eviction prevention.
• Legal Action of Wisconsin: (414) 271-2111 | legalactionwi.org — free legal aid for housing issues.
• Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity: (414) 281-4663 | milwaukeehabitat.org — homeownership, not rental, but related support.
• Social Development Commission (SDC): (414) 906-2700 — energy assistance, weatherization, case management.

Start with MHA; use partners for navigation, advocacy, and complementary services.