Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Ellsworth, IA 50075
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 50075 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Ellsworth, IA 50075. 4 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 50075
Jewell Housing Inc
1002 2nd St, Jewell, IA 50130
4.2 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Viking Village Co
910 Fairview Street, Story City, IA 50248
9.1 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Hamilton Knolls
2304 Des Moines St, Webster City, IA 50595
15.8 mi away
12 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Elm Street Home
511 Elm St, Webster City, IA 50595
16.1 mi away
5 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Clearview Manor
1515 Wall St, Webster City, IA 50595
16.8 mi away
24 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Prairieview Manor
1749 Lynx Avenue, Webster City, IA 50595
16.8 mi away
24 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
- 9 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Lantern Woods Apts
1605 Collins St, Webster City, IA 50595
17.1 mi away
24 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Keystone and Stonehaven Apartments
3115 Roy Key Ave, Ames, IA 50010
19.1 mi away
110 units · 108 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Regency V Apartments
3001 Regency Ct, Ames, IA 50010
19.2 mi away
64 units · 63 income-restricted · 1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 50075
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,130/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $45,200/yr
- Renters in 50075 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 15%
Income limits (2026)
Hamilton County, IA area · median family income $96,800. 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 | $33,900 | $54,250 |
| 2 | $23,250 | $38,750 | $62,000 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,600 | $69,750 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,400 | $77,450 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,300 | $83,650 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,150 | $89,850 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,050 | $96,050 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $63,900 | $102,250 |
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 | 50075 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $840 | $746 |
| 1 bedroom | $900 | $796 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,130 | $1,004 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,350 | $1,196 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,490 | $1,320 |
Wider area = Hamilton County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $1,000 (50130) to $1,040 (50248).
Census figures for 50075 (2020–2024 average): median rent $800. Median household income $81,250. 35% of homes are rented. 15% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 3% 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 50075's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 50075Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Ellsworth, IA 50075?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Ellsworth, IA 50075, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Ellsworth, IA 50075 have openings?
These lists for Ellsworth, IA 50075 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Ellsworth, IA 50075?
Use the phone number on each building card in Ellsworth, IA 50075. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Ellsworth, IA 50075?
In Ellsworth, IA 50075, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 50075?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 50075 right now. 4 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 50075?
Yes — this page also lists 4 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Ellsworth, IA 50075 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Ellsworth, IA 50075?
Most income-restricted buildings in Ellsworth, IA 50075 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 $33,900, and $48,400 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 Ellsworth, IA 50075?
For many programs in Ellsworth, IA 50075, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $33,900 a year for 1 person and $48,400 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 long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Ellsworth, IA 50075?
There is no single waiting list for Ellsworth, IA 50075. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Ellsworth, IA 50075?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Ellsworth, IA 50075?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Ellsworth, IA 50075, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Ellsworth, IA 50075 is $1,130 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Ellsworth, IA 50075?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Ellsworth, IA 50075. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Ellsworth, IA 50075?
This page may still list buildings in Ellsworth, IA 50075 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
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.
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