Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Melcher Dallas, IA 50163
1 affordable building in 50163 · 6 more within 9 mi
Melcher Dallas, IA 50163 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit. 6 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 50163
Melcher Park Apts
108 SE Fourth St, Melcher Dallas, IA 50163
18 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 50163 match this filter.
Nearby
Windsor Ridge
1210 Eric Dr, Knoxville, IA 50138
9.1 mi away
42 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Villas at Fox Pointe
2110 Madelyn Dr, Knoxville, IA 50138
9.3 mi away
50 units · 42 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Knoxville Park Apts II
1301 Gebhardt St, Knoxville, IA 50138
10 mi away
24 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Unselected
800 N Depot St, Knoxville, IA 50138
10.1 mi away
47 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Low Rent Housing Agency of Knoxville
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 50163
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $930/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $37,200/yr
Income limits (2026)
Marion County, IA area · median family income $104,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,000 | $36,650 | $58,650 |
| 2 | $25,150 | $41,900 | $67,000 |
| 3 | $28,300 | $47,150 | $75,400 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $52,350 | $83,750 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $56,550 | $90,450 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $60,750 | $97,150 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $64,950 | $103,850 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $69,150 | $110,550 |
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 | 50163 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $650 | $711 |
| 1 bedroom | $750 | $826 |
| 2 bedrooms | $930 | $1,021 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,100 | $1,217 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,250 | $1,378 |
Wider area = Marion County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (50062) to $1,180 (50139).
Census figures for 50163 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $73,618. 12% of homes are rented.
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 50163's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 50163Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Melcher Dallas, IA 50163?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Melcher Dallas, IA 50163, 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 Melcher Dallas, IA 50163 have openings?
These lists for Melcher Dallas, IA 50163 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 Melcher Dallas, IA 50163?
Use the phone number on each building card in Melcher Dallas, IA 50163. 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 Melcher Dallas, IA 50163?
In Melcher Dallas, IA 50163, 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 50163?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Melcher Dallas, IA 50163. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 50163?
Yes — this page also lists 6 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Melcher Dallas, IA 50163 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Melcher Dallas, IA 50163?
Most income-restricted buildings in Melcher Dallas, IA 50163 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 $36,650, and $52,350 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($58,650 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 Melcher Dallas, IA 50163?
For many programs in Melcher Dallas, IA 50163, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,650 a year for 1 person and $52,350 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $58,650 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 Melcher Dallas, IA 50163?
There is no single waiting list for Melcher Dallas, IA 50163. 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 Melcher Dallas, IA 50163?
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. This page lists tax-credit apartments in Melcher Dallas, IA 50163. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Melcher Dallas, IA 50163?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Melcher Dallas, IA 50163, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Melcher Dallas, IA 50163 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Melcher Dallas, IA 50163?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Melcher Dallas, IA 50163. 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 Melcher Dallas, IA 50163?
This page may still list buildings in Melcher Dallas, IA 50163 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, 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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