Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Dougherty, IA 50433
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 50433 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Dougherty, IA 50433. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 50433
Dumont Community
320 Main St, Dumont, IA 50625
13.1 mi away
22 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Lantern Park Apts (Hampton)
200 12th Ave NW, Hampton, IA 50441
14.7 mi away
24 units · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Unselected
105 1st Ave SW, Hampton, IA 50441
15.3 mi away
121 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through North Iowa Regional Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Oak Tree Apartments
403 7th St SW, Hampton, IA 50441
15.7 mi away
12 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
The Meadows of Mason City
1600 Tenth St SE, Mason City, IA 50401
16 mi away
60 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Pilgrim Place
741 S Illinois Ave, Mason City, IA 50401
16.1 mi away
34 units · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
Three Links Apartments
1033 19th St SW, Mason City, IA 50401
16.5 mi away
31 units · 30 income-restricted · 1 BR
19 N Ohio Ave
19 N Ohio Ave, Mason City, IA 50401
16.7 mi away
1 unit
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Westside Manor
2401 South Taft Avenue, Mason City, IA 50401
16.9 mi away
72 units · 35 income-restricted
River City Apts
15 N Pennsylvania Ave, Mason City, IA 50401
17.2 mi away
46 units · 41 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 50433
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $980/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $39,200/yr
Income limits (2026)
Cerro Gordo County, IA area · median family income $97,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,450 | $34,100 | $54,550 |
| 2 | $23,400 | $39,000 | $62,350 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,850 | $70,150 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,700 | $77,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,600 | $84,150 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,500 | $90,400 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,400 | $96,600 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,300 | $102,850 |
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 | 50433 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $740 | $744 |
| 1 bedroom | $760 | $749 |
| 2 bedrooms | $980 | $927 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,220 | $1,218 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,490 | $1,485 |
Wider area = Cerro Gordo County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (50469) to $990 (50468).
Census figures for 50433 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $69,167. 0% 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 50433's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 50433Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Dougherty, IA 50433?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Dougherty, IA 50433, 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 Dougherty, IA 50433 have openings?
These lists for Dougherty, IA 50433 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 Dougherty, IA 50433?
Use the phone number on each building card in Dougherty, IA 50433. 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 Dougherty, IA 50433?
In Dougherty, IA 50433, 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 50433?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 50433 right now. Call to confirm openings.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Dougherty, IA 50433?
Most income-restricted buildings in Dougherty, IA 50433 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 $34,100, and $48,700 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($54,550 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 Dougherty, IA 50433?
For many programs in Dougherty, IA 50433, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,100 a year for 1 person and $48,700 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $54,550 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 Dougherty, IA 50433?
There is no single waiting list for Dougherty, IA 50433. 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 Dougherty, IA 50433?
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 Dougherty, IA 50433?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Dougherty, IA 50433, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Dougherty, IA 50433 is $980 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 Dougherty, IA 50433?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Dougherty, IA 50433. 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 Dougherty, IA 50433?
This page may still list buildings in Dougherty, IA 50433 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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