Collins, IA Low Income Housing

Types of Low Income Housing in Collins, IA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Collins, IA, including:

Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Collins, Iowa - Story County

Studio Apartments $847

One Bedroom Apartments $918

Two Bedroom Apartments $1,033

Three Bedroom Apartments $1,456

List of Low Income Housing in or near Collins, IA

Baxter Park Apartments for Families - Baxter

200 W State St
Baxter, IA - 50028
(877) 225-8979
200 W State St & 206 E Harrison Ct Baxter Apartments is an affordable housing community, with rental assistance provided by the USDA. Residents pay 30% of the gross monthly household income, and the USDA subsidy pays the balance of the rent. Water, sewer, and trash are paid by the landlord, and the resident is provided with a utility allowance, or a standard rent deduction, to offset the cost of the electricity. Additional deductions may be available for dependent care expenses, as well as out-of-pocket medical expenses, based on eligibility. Located in picturesque Baxter, IA, Baxter Park Apartments provides affordable, comfortable living approximately a half-hour from both Ames and Des Moines, Highlighting convenient small town living with easy accessibility to big city events and attractions. With the new addition of a city recreational complex and future plans for expansion, as well as easy access to the 22 mile Chichaqua Valley Recreational Trail, there is plenty of opportunity for outdoor recreation in this thriving community. Most apartments these days have waiting lists. We provide this listing so you can contact them directly at the number provided to see if you can apply and qualify to live here. If you find this listing is no longer low income, or the phone number is incorrect, please contact us using the online form below. No office on site. Showings by appointment only. ...see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 9.59 miles from Collins

Iowa State Univ Financial Counseling Clinic - Ames

4380 Palmer Suite 1331/1337
Ames, IA - 50011
515-294-8644
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Predatory Lending Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 10.49 miles from Collins

The Meadows Apartments - Senior Apartments - Nevada

402 5th St
Nevada, IA - 50201
(515) 382-3239
The Meadows Apartments ~ Nevada is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact The Meadows Apartments ~ Nevada for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 10.71 miles from Collins

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Iowa Finance Authority - Des Moines

2015 Grand Ave.
Des Moines, IA - 50312
(515) 725-4900
Iowa Finance Authority provides rental assistance through the management of two programs, The Home and Community Based Service Rent Subsidy Program and The Aftercare Rent Subsidy Program . These programs are temporary assistance programs. The Home and Community Based Service Rent Subsidy Program offers temporary assistance to those residents that are receiving medically necessary services through Medicaid waivers until they become eligible for another public or private rent subsidy. The Aftercare Rent Subsidy Program provides financial assistance for youth who are aging out of the foster care system and are participants in the Aftercare Services Program. If you are in need of these services please contact the Finance Authority directly to obtain more detailed program information about eligibility and application procedures. ...see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 10.95 miles from Collins

Elkhart Park Center Apartments for Seniors - Elkhart

231 S Grant Street,
Elkhart, IA - 50073
(877) 635-6160
Elkhart Park Apartments is an affordable housing community, with rental assistance provided by the USDA. Residents pay 30% of the gross monthly household income, and the USDA subsidy pays the balance of the rent. Water, sewer, and trash are paid by the landlord, and the resident is provided with a utility allowance, or a standard rent deduction, to offset the cost of the electricity. Additional deductions may be available for dependent care expenses, as well as out-of-pocket medical expenses, based on eligibility. Located in picturesque Elkhart, IA, Elkhart Park Apartments provide affordable, comfortable living in northern Polk County. Elkhart offers a small town atmosphere, but a short drive offers access to big city life in either Des Moines or Ames, IA. Quiet community living makes a Elkhart Park a great place to call home! *Tenant, co-tenant, or spouse must be 62+ years of age or disabled of any age to qualify No office on site. Showings by appointment only. Most apartments these days have waiting lists. We provide this listing so you can contact them directly at the number provided to see if you can apply and qualify to live here. If you find this listing is no longer low income, or the phone number is incorrect, please contact us using the online form below. ...see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 13.51 miles from Collins

Park Place Apartments for Families - Huxley

505 E 4th Street,
Huxley, IA - 50124
(888) 234-5201
Park Place Apartments is an affordable housing community, with rental assistance provided by the USDA. Residents pay 30% of the gross monthly household income, and the USDA subsidy pays the balance of the rent. Water, sewer, and trash are paid by the landlord, and the resident is provided with a utility allowance, or a standard rent deduction, to offset the cost of the electricity. Additional deductions may be available for dependent care expenses, as well as out-of-pocket medical expenses, based on eligibility. Located in quaint Huxley, IA, Park Place Apartments provide affordable, comfortable living. A small town with quiet streets and a family atmosphere, Huxley is just an hour north of Des Moines, which offers big-city style shopping, dining, and entertainment. No office on site. Showings by appointment only. Most apartments these days have waiting lists. We provide this listing so you can contact them directly at the number provided to see if you can apply and qualify to live here. If you find this listing is no longer low income, or the phone number is incorrect, please contact us using the online form below. ...see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 14.96 miles from Collins

Colfax Park Apartments - Colfax

822 S Oak Park Ave
Colfax, IA - 50054
(515) 674-9171
Rent is based on income. 24 Low Income one bedroom units. Section 8 Vouchers accepted for all units. ...see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 16.73 miles from Collins

Second Village South - Mitchellville

116 High St Sw
Mitchellville, IA - 50169
(515)967-0024
Second Village South is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Second Village South for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 16.81 miles from Collins

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Eastwood Apartments - Ames

420 E 7th St
Ames, IA - 50010
712-262-5965
Eastwood Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Eastwood Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 17.49 miles from Collins

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Stonehaven Apartments - Ames

421 Stonehaven Drive
Ames, IA - 50010
(515) 232-2021
Stonehaven Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Stonehaven Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 17.87 miles from Collins

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

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