Affordable & Low-Income Housing in What Cheer, IA 50268
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 50268 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in What Cheer, IA 50268. 2 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 50268
Delta Community Hsg
200 E 3rd St, Delta, IA 52550
5.9 mi away
22 units · 1 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Pleasant Home Inc
325 Pine St, Barnes City, IA 50027
9.1 mi away
11 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Park Place Apartments
1000 S Stuart St, Sigourney, IA 52591
9.8 mi away
8 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Sunny View Square
504 E Ogden St, Montezuma, IA 50171
14.6 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 9 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Prairie Homes
108 S Cady St, New Sharon, IA 50207
15.2 mi away
47 units · 1–2 BR
- 8 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Miller Shaull Manor
851 Fremont St, Millersburg, IA 52308
15.5 mi away
8 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Greenway Oskaloosa
1212 C Ave E, Oskaloosa, IA 52577
15.9 mi away
44 units · 2–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
North English Park Apts
309 S Highland St, North English, IA 52316
16.2 mi away
8 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Hedrick Housing
510 N Main St, Hedrick, IA 52563
16.2 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 7 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 50268
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $930/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $37,200/yr
- Renters in 50268 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 16%
Income limits (2026)
Keokuk County, IA area · median family income $84,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,800 | $32,950 | $52,750 |
| 2 | $22,600 | $37,650 | $60,250 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $42,350 | $67,800 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $47,050 | $75,300 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $50,850 | $81,350 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $54,600 | $87,350 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $58,350 | $93,400 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $62,150 | $99,400 |
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 | 50268 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $690 | $688 |
| 1 bedroom | $760 | $766 |
| 2 bedrooms | $930 | $927 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,160 | $1,159 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,250 | $1,251 |
Wider area = Keokuk County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (50027) to $1,120 (50136).
Census figures for 50268 (2020–2024 average): median rent $740. Median household income $59,118. 24% of homes are rented. 16% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 11% 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 50268's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 50268Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in What Cheer, IA 50268?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in What Cheer, IA 50268, 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 What Cheer, IA 50268 have openings?
These lists for What Cheer, IA 50268 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 What Cheer, IA 50268?
Use the phone number on each building card in What Cheer, IA 50268. 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 What Cheer, IA 50268?
In What Cheer, IA 50268, 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 50268?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 50268 right now. 2 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 50268?
Yes — this page also lists 2 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near What Cheer, IA 50268 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in What Cheer, IA 50268?
Most income-restricted buildings in What Cheer, IA 50268 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 $32,950, and $47,050 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($52,750 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 What Cheer, IA 50268?
For many programs in What Cheer, IA 50268, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $32,950 a year for 1 person and $47,050 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $52,750 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 What Cheer, IA 50268?
There is no single waiting list for What Cheer, IA 50268. 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 What Cheer, IA 50268?
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 What Cheer, IA 50268?
In public housing and most Section 8 in What Cheer, IA 50268, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near What Cheer, IA 50268 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 What Cheer, IA 50268?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in What Cheer, IA 50268. 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 What Cheer, IA 50268?
This page may still list buildings in What Cheer, IA 50268 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; 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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