Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Burnside, IA 50521
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 50521 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Burnside, IA 50521. 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 50521
Deer Creek Apts
700 S 17th St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
11.1 mi away
135 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Fort Dodge Municipal Housing Agency
- Residents waited about 46 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Westridge Townhomes
124-134 Avenue M West, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
11.2 mi away
125 units · 102 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Wahkonsa Manor Apartments
927 Central Ave, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
11.8 mi away
76 units · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
Northridge Apts
2805 Sixth Ave N, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
11.8 mi away
44 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Heartland Senior Housing
610 Central Ave, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
11.8 mi away
48 units · 42 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Town Square Apts
328 Central Ave, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
11.9 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
704 14th Ave N
704 14th Ave N, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
12.8 mi away
6 units · 3 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 50521
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $930/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $37,200/yr
Income limits (2026)
Webster County, IA area · median family income $98,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,650 | $34,450 | $55,100 |
| 2 | $23,600 | $39,400 | $63,000 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $44,300 | $70,850 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $49,200 | $78,700 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $53,150 | $85,000 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $57,100 | $91,300 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $61,050 | $97,600 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,950 | $103,900 |
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 | 50521 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $670 | $667 |
| 1 bedroom | $710 | $709 |
| 2 bedrooms | $930 | $927 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,190 | $1,191 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,550 | $1,549 |
Wider area = Webster County, IA.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 50521's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 50521Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Burnside, IA 50521?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Burnside, IA 50521, 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 Burnside, IA 50521 have openings?
These lists for Burnside, IA 50521 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 Burnside, IA 50521?
Use the phone number on each building card in Burnside, IA 50521. 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 Burnside, IA 50521?
In Burnside, IA 50521, 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 50521?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 50521 right now. 2 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 50521?
Yes — this page also lists 2 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Burnside, IA 50521 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Burnside, IA 50521?
Most income-restricted buildings in Burnside, IA 50521 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 $34,450, and $49,200 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($55,100 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 Burnside, IA 50521?
For many programs in Burnside, IA 50521, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,450 a year for 1 person and $49,200 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $55,100 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 Burnside, IA 50521?
There is no single waiting list for Burnside, IA 50521. 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 Burnside, IA 50521?
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 Burnside, IA 50521?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Burnside, IA 50521, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Burnside, IA 50521 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 Burnside, IA 50521?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Burnside, IA 50521. 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 Burnside, IA 50521?
This page may still list buildings in Burnside, IA 50521 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; 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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