Minden Sr Cit Hsg — Income-Restricted Housing in Minden, IA 51553
109 Meadow Ln, Minden, IA 51553
12 units · 1 BR
How to apply
- Managed by Knudson Management Co Inc. 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
- 1994
- Bedrooms
- 12 1 bedroom
- USDA rental assistance
- 10 units (tenant pays about 30% of income)
- Accessible units
- 1
- Managed by
- Knudson Management Co Inc
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Rents and income limits in 51553
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
- Renters in 51553 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 18%
Income limits (2026)
Omaha-Council Bluffs, NE-IA area · median family income $114,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $23,950 | $39,900 | $63,850 |
| 2 | $27,400 | $45,600 | $73,000 |
| 3 | $30,800 | $51,300 | $82,100 |
| 4 | $34,200 | $57,000 | $91,200 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $61,600 | $98,500 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $66,150 | $105,800 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $70,700 | $113,100 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $75,250 | $120,400 |
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 | 51553 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $820 | $1,167 |
| 1 bedroom | $850 | $1,219 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,450 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,360 | $1,924 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,530 | $2,179 |
Wider area = Omaha-Council Bluffs, NE-IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (51570) to $1,200 (51548).
Census figures for 51553 (2020–2024 average): median rent $700. Median household income $96,932. 10% of homes are rented. 18% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 9% 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 51553's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 51553Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Minden Sr Cit Hsg?
No phone is listed for Minden Sr Cit Hsg. Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is Minden Sr Cit Hsg Section 8 housing?
Minden Sr Cit Hsg is listed as income-restricted housing in Minden, IA 51553 (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 Minden Sr Cit Hsg?
Public records list 12 units at Minden Sr Cit Hsg in Minden, IA 51553. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Minden Sr Cit Hsg?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 51553 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 Minden Sr Cit Hsg?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Minden Sr Cit Hsg in Minden, IA 51553. 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 Minden, IA 51553?
Most income-restricted buildings in Minden, IA 51553 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 $39,900, and $57,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($63,850 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 Minden, IA 51553?
For many programs in Minden, IA 51553, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $39,900 a year for 1 person and $57,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $63,850 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 Minden, IA 51553?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Minden, IA 51553, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Minden, IA 51553 is $1,010 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 Minden Sr Cit Hsg take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Minden Sr Cit Hsg has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Minden, IA 51553 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Minden Sr Cit Hsg.
Sources: 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.