Sioux Rapids Homes — Income-Restricted Housing in Sioux Rapids, IA 50585
900 Thomas St, Sioux Rapids, IA 50585
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit 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
- 1977
- Bedrooms
- 16 1 bedroom · 8 2 bedrooms
- USDA rental assistance
- 12 units (tenant pays about 30% of income)
- Managed by
- Murphy Enterprises
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Rembrandt Housing
104 3rd Ave S, Rembrandt, IA 50576
4.8 mi away
10 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rents and income limits in 50585
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $930/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $37,200/yr
- Renters in 50585 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 13%
Income limits (2026)
Buena Vista County, IA area · median family income $96,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,350 | $33,950 | $54,250 |
| 2 | $23,250 | $38,800 | $62,000 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,650 | $69,750 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,450 | $77,500 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,350 | $83,700 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,250 | $89,900 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,100 | $96,100 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,000 | $102,300 |
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 | 50585 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $700 | $781 |
| 1 bedroom | $710 | $788 |
| 2 bedrooms | $930 | $1,031 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,170 | $1,284 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,220 | $1,355 |
Wider area = Buena Vista County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $1,000 (51343) to $1,520 (51033).
Census figures for 50585 (2020–2024 average): median rent $612. Median household income $71,346. 16% of homes are rented. 13% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 0% 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 50585's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 50585Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Sioux Rapids Homes?
No phone is listed for Sioux Rapids Homes. Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is Sioux Rapids Homes Section 8 housing?
Sioux Rapids Homes is listed as income-restricted housing in Sioux Rapids, IA 50585 (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 Sioux Rapids Homes?
Public records list 24 units at Sioux Rapids Homes in Sioux Rapids, IA 50585. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Sioux Rapids Homes?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 50585 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 Sioux Rapids Homes?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Sioux Rapids Homes in Sioux Rapids, IA 50585. 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 Sioux Rapids, IA 50585?
Most income-restricted buildings in Sioux Rapids, IA 50585 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 $33,950, and $48,450 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($54,250 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 Sioux Rapids, IA 50585?
For many programs in Sioux Rapids, IA 50585, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $33,950 a year for 1 person and $48,450 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $54,250 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 Sioux Rapids, IA 50585?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Sioux Rapids, IA 50585, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Sioux Rapids, IA 50585 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 Sioux Rapids Homes take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Sioux Rapids Homes has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Sioux Rapids, IA 50585 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Sioux Rapids Homes.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 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.