Centerville Hsg — Income-Restricted Housing in Centerville, IA 52544
1315 E Cross St, Centerville, IA 52544
72 units · 1–2 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
How to apply
- Managed by Murphy Enterprises. USDA does not publish a phone number for this property.
- Find contact info on USDA's Multifamily Housing programs page.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1993
- Bedrooms
- 52 1 bedroom · 20 2 bedrooms
- USDA rental assistance
- 55 units (tenant pays about 30% of income)
- Accessible units
- 3
- Managed by
- Murphy Enterprises
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
The Landings
1110 E Cross St, Centerville, IA 52544
0.1 mi away
50 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Centerville Municipal Housing Agency
317 E Oak St, Centerville, IA 52544
0.6 mi away
100 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Centerville Municipal Housing Agency
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Centerville Senior Lofts
421 N Main St, Centerville, IA 52544
0.7 mi away
44 units · 41 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Mystic Housing Corp
100 School St, Mystic, IA 52574
5 mi away
10 units · 1 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rents and income limits in 52544
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $930/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $37,200/yr
- Renters in 52544 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 45%
Income limits (2026)
Appanoose County, IA area · median family income $71,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,800 | $32,950 | $52,750 |
| 2 | $22,600 | $37,650 | $60,250 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $42,350 | $67,800 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $47,050 | $75,300 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $50,850 | $81,350 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $54,600 | $87,350 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $58,350 | $93,400 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $62,150 | $99,400 |
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.
| Size | 52544 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $690 | $688 |
| 1 bedroom | $710 | $709 |
| 2 bedrooms | $930 | $927 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,110 | $1,105 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,280 | $1,273 |
Wider area = Appanoose County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (52574) to $1,170 (52555).
Census figures for 52544 (2020–2024 average): median rent $785. Median household income $50,572. 37% of homes are rented. 45% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 24% 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 52544's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 52544Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Centerville Hsg?
No phone is listed for Centerville Hsg. Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is Centerville Hsg Section 8 housing?
Centerville Hsg is listed as income-restricted housing in Centerville, IA 52544 (usda). It is not labeled as project-based Section 8 in this file. Call to ask which programs they run.
How many units are at Centerville Hsg?
Public records list 72 units at Centerville Hsg in Centerville, IA 52544. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Centerville Hsg?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 52544 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 Centerville Hsg?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Centerville Hsg in Centerville, IA 52544. 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 Centerville, IA 52544?
Most income-restricted buildings in Centerville, IA 52544 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 $32,950, and $47,050 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($52,750 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 Centerville, IA 52544?
For many programs in Centerville, IA 52544, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $32,950 a year for 1 person and $47,050 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $52,750 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 Centerville, IA 52544?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Centerville, IA 52544, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Centerville, IA 52544 is $930 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 Centerville Hsg take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Centerville Hsg has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Centerville, IA 52544 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Centerville Hsg.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, 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.