Cypress Pointe Apts — Income-Restricted Housing in Emmetsburg, IA 50536
210 N State St, Emmetsburg, IA 50536
92 units · 2 BR
- 31 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
How to apply
- Managed by Carlson Property Holdings & Mgmt. 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
- 1976
- Bedrooms
- 92 2 bedrooms
- USDA rental assistance
- 85 units (tenant pays about 30% of income)
- Accessible units
- 5
- Managed by
- Carlson Property Holdings & Mgmt
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Rents and income limits in 50536
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $950/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $38,000/yr
- Renters in 50536 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 48%
Income limits (2026)
Palo Alto County, IA area · median family income $104,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,900 | $36,450 | $58,350 |
| 2 | $25,000 | $41,650 | $66,650 |
| 3 | $28,150 | $46,850 | $75,000 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $52,050 | $83,300 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $56,250 | $90,000 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $60,400 | $96,650 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $64,550 | $103,300 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $68,750 | $110,000 |
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 | 50536 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $710 | $688 |
| 1 bedroom | $730 | $709 |
| 2 bedrooms | $950 | $927 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,280 | $1,247 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,280 | $1,251 |
Wider area = Palo Alto County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (51342) to $1,390 (50562).
Census figures for 50536 (2020–2024 average): median rent $632. Median household income $59,261. 30% of homes are rented. 48% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 14% 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 50536's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 50536Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Cypress Pointe Apts?
No phone is listed for Cypress Pointe Apts. Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is Cypress Pointe Apts Section 8 housing?
Cypress Pointe Apts is listed as income-restricted housing in Emmetsburg, IA 50536 (lihtc, 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 Cypress Pointe Apts?
Public records list 92 units at Cypress Pointe Apts in Emmetsburg, IA 50536. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Cypress Pointe Apts?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 50536 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 Cypress Pointe Apts?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Cypress Pointe Apts in Emmetsburg, IA 50536. 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 Emmetsburg, IA 50536?
Most income-restricted buildings in Emmetsburg, IA 50536 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 $36,450, and $52,050 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($58,350 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 Emmetsburg, IA 50536?
For many programs in Emmetsburg, IA 50536, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,450 a year for 1 person and $52,050 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $58,350 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 Emmetsburg, IA 50536?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Emmetsburg, IA 50536, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Emmetsburg, IA 50536 is $950 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 Cypress Pointe Apts take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Cypress Pointe Apts has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Emmetsburg, IA 50536 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Cypress Pointe Apts.
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.