Iowa City Public Housing — Income-Restricted Housing in Iowa City, IA 52240
404 E College St, Iowa City, IA 52240
86 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Iowa City Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 44 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (319) 356-5400Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Iowa City Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (319) 356-5400.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 5 1 bedroom · 24 2 bedrooms · 57 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $587/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
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- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
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- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
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Rents and income limits in 52240
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,260/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $50,400/yr
- Renters in 52240 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 64%
Income limits (2026)
Iowa City, IA area · median family income $121,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $25,500 | $42,500 | $68,000 |
| 2 | $29,150 | $48,600 | $77,700 |
| 3 | $32,800 | $54,650 | $87,400 |
| 4 | $36,400 | $60,700 | $97,100 |
| 5 | $39,350 | $65,600 | $104,900 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $70,450 | $112,650 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $75,300 | $120,450 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $80,150 | $128,200 |
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 | 52240 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,010 | $942 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,070 | $1,002 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,260 | $1,180 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,740 | $1,634 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,110 | $1,972 |
Wider area = Iowa City, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $1,180 (52241) to $1,330 (52245).
Census figures for 52240 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,047. Median household income $52,960. 50% of homes are rented. 64% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 38% 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 52240's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 52240Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Iowa City Public Housing?
Apply through Iowa City Housing Authority, which runs Iowa City Public Housing. Call (319) 356-5400. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Iowa City Public Housing Section 8 housing?
Iowa City Public Housing is public housing, not a project-based Section 8 contract. Apply with the housing authority. A Housing Choice Voucher is a separate program.
How many units are at Iowa City Public Housing?
Public records list 86 units at Iowa City Public Housing in Iowa City, IA 52240. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Iowa City Public Housing?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 52240 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 Iowa City Public Housing?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Iowa City Public Housing in Iowa City, IA 52240. 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 Iowa City, IA 52240?
Most income-restricted buildings in Iowa City, IA 52240 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 $42,500, and $60,700 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($68,000 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 Iowa City, IA 52240?
For many programs in Iowa City, IA 52240, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $42,500 a year for 1 person and $60,700 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $68,000 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 Iowa City, IA 52240?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Iowa City, IA 52240, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Iowa City, IA 52240 is $1,260 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 Iowa City Public Housing take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Iowa City Public Housing has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Iowa City, IA 52240 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Iowa City Public Housing.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.