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Ridgewood — Income-Restricted Housing in Akron, IA 51001

260 S 4th St, Akron, IA 51001

Section 8Seniors

36 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities

Leasing office: (712) 568-3420Directions

How to apply

  1. Call the leasing office at (712) 568-3420 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
  2. These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.

At this building

Opened
1977
Bedrooms
36 1 bedroom
HUD inspection
HUD inspection score: 100/100 (Aug 2023) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.

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Rents and income limits in 51001

Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
$1,040/mo
Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
$41,600/yr
Renters in 51001 paying 30% or more of income on rent
32%

Income limits (2026)

Plymouth County, IA area · median family income $103,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.

PeopleExtremely low 30%Very low 50%Low 80%
1$21,700$36,200$57,900
2$24,800$41,350$66,150
3$27,900$46,500$74,400
4$33,000$51,650$82,650
5$38,680$55,800$89,300
6$44,360$59,950$95,900
7$50,040$64,050$102,500
8$55,720$68,200$109,100

Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.

Fair market rents (2027)

HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.

Size51001Wider area
Studio$750$756
1 bedroom$840$778
2 bedrooms$1,040$1,018
3 bedrooms$1,310$1,315
4 bedrooms$1,390$1,385

Wider area = Plymouth County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (51011) to $1,150 (51062).

Census figures for 51001 (2020–2024 average): median rent $716. Median household income $75,404. 24% of homes are rented. 32% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 7% pay half or more.

Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.

Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.

Estimate your Section 8 rent share

Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 51001's fair market rent.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply to Ridgewood?

Call (712) 568-3420 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Ridgewood in Akron, IA 51001. These records do not show openings.

Is Ridgewood Section 8 housing?

Ridgewood is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.

How many units are at Ridgewood?

Public records list 36 units at Ridgewood in Akron, IA 51001. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.

Are there other affordable apartments near Ridgewood?

Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 51001 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.

People Also Ask

How do I get into Ridgewood?

Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Ridgewood in Akron, IA 51001. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.

How do I qualify for affordable housing in Akron, IA 51001?

Most income-restricted buildings in Akron, IA 51001 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $36,200, and $51,650 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($57,900 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.

What is the income limit for low-income housing in Akron, IA 51001?

For many programs in Akron, IA 51001, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,200 a year for 1 person and $51,650 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $57,900 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.

How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Akron, IA 51001?

In public housing and most Section 8 in Akron, IA 51001, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Akron, IA 51001 is $1,040 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.

Does Ridgewood take Section 8 vouchers?

Ridgewood is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.

Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.