Columbia, IA Low Income Housing

Types of Low Income Housing in Columbia, IA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Columbia, 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 Columbia, Iowa - Marion County

Studio Apartments $638

One Bedroom Apartments $737

Two Bedroom Apartments $941

Three Bedroom Apartments $1,138

List of Low Income Housing in or near Columbia, IA

Highland Park Senior Housing - Oskaloosa

109 18th Avenue East
Oskaloosa, IA - 52577
(641) 673-4599
62 years of age or older, handicapped/disabled, regardless of age. Tax Credit Property. Affordable rental, income Guidelines Apply, rent based on income. 48 Low Income units. Amenities: Central air, on-site resident library, on-site beauty salon, indoor mailboxes, emergency call light system, and a community room with cable TV. ...see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 8.34 miles from Columbia

Oskaloosa Park Apartments for Seniors - Oskaloosa

1210 S F Street
Oskaloosa, IA - 52577
(641) 673-4599
62 years of age or older, handicapped/disabled, regardless of age. Tax Credit Property. Affordable rental, income Guidelines Apply, rent based on income. 22 Low Income units. Amenities: Interior access to apartments, indoor mailboxes, and an outdoor picnic area ...see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 8.85 miles from Columbia

Inglenook Apartments - Oskaloosa

309 N D St
Oskaloosa, IA - 52577
(641) 673-8508
Inglenook Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Inglenook Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 9.66 miles from Columbia

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Norwich Apartments - Oskaloosa

309 North D Street
Oskaloosa, IA - 52577
(641) 673-8508
Subsidized housing for the elderly(62 and older) and disabled Norwich Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Norwich Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Office hours: Mondays through Fridays 9am to 12 noon. 1pm to 3pm. ...see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 9.68 miles from Columbia

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Santa Clara Apartments - Oskaloosa

1215 Santa Clara Street
Oskaloosa, IA - 52577
(641) 683-4051
Santa Clara Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Santa Clara Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 10.22 miles from Columbia

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Albia Housing Authority - Albia

120 S. A Street City Hall
Albia, IA - 52531
(641) 932-7859
Albia Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for vouchers or rentals and these lists may close at times to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists due to the overwhelming need for housing assistance in the area. If you are in need of assistance please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about program eligibility, availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 13.06 miles from Columbia

Benton Place Apartments Affordable Senior Housing Community - Albia

520 Benton Avenue West
Albia, IA - 52531
(641) 932-7855
Benton Place Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Benton Place Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 13.25 miles from Columbia

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Bussey Park Apartments for Families - Bussey

309 Marion St
Bussey, IA - 50044
(877) 222-2755
Bussey 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 Bussey, IA, Bussey Park Apartments provides affordable, comfortable living. Quaint and quiet, Bussey offers small town charm while still being just minutes away from historic Pella, home to the Tulip Festival each May, as well as Lake Red Rock. Bussey is also near both the Wilcox and the Paul Todd Wildlife Area, both of which offer the opportunity to observe Iowa's native wildlife up close. 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
Marion County
Listing Location: 13.70 miles from Columbia

Ottumwa Housing Authority - Ottumwa

935 West Main Street
Ottumwa, IA - 52501
(641) 682-8369
Ottumwa Housing Authority provides low income residents with housing assistance through the management of Low Rent Housing. These rentals are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these rentals due to the overwhelming need for affordable housing and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of assistance please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 14.12 miles from Columbia

Oak Terrace - Ottumwa - Ottumwa

561 Ottumwa Street
Ottumwa, IA - 52501
(641) 472-2133
Tax Credit Property. Affordable rental, income Guidelines Apply, rent based on income. 12 Low Income units. Amenities: Central air, dishwashers, exterior access to units, washer/dryer hook-ups in units, ceiling fans, and computer/internet access in the community room. ...see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 14.43 miles from Columbia

Check For Waiting Lists
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Contact Your Local Housing Authority
Housing authorities have many opportunities. Many do have closed waiting lists, but they may be able to provide other public housing resources.

Check The Federal Poverty Sliding Scale Guidelines
Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.