Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Fonda, IA 50540
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 50540 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Fonda, IA 50540. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 50540
Pocahontas Homes 03-4
402 NW 2nd St, Pocahontas, IA 50574
12.9 mi away
9 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Pocahontas Homes 04-6
205 4th Ave NE, Pocahontas, IA 50574
13.1 mi away
19 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Howard Center, Inc Group Homes
701 S 13th St, Sac City, IA 50583
15.1 mi away
16 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Holly Heights Apts
1800 E Milwaukee Ave, Storm Lake, IA 50588
17.3 mi away
32 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Northpark Apts
1724 E Milwaukee Ave, Storm Lake, IA 50588
17.4 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Quality Life, Inc.
1621 Violet Ln, Storm Lake, IA 50588
17.6 mi away
16 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Oakbrook Apts
503 Third St, Rockwell City, IA 50579
17.7 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Lakeview Manor
904 E Milwaukee Ave, Storm Lake, IA 50588
18.1 mi away
25 units · 24 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 50540
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $940/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $37,600/yr
- Renters in 50540 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 41%
Income limits (2026)
Pocahontas County, IA area · median family income $82,200. 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 | 50540 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $710 | $663 |
| 1 bedroom | $740 | $709 |
| 2 bedrooms | $940 | $927 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,190 | $1,214 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,240 | $1,218 |
Wider area = Pocahontas County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (50593) to $960 (50551).
Census figures for 50540 (2020–2024 average): median rent $547 (uncertain estimate). Median household income $73,438. 27% of homes are rented. 41% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 24% 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 50540's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 50540Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Fonda, IA 50540?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Fonda, IA 50540, 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 Fonda, IA 50540 have openings?
These lists for Fonda, IA 50540 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 Fonda, IA 50540?
Use the phone number on each building card in Fonda, IA 50540. 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 Fonda, IA 50540?
In Fonda, IA 50540, 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 50540?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 50540 right now. Call to confirm openings.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Fonda, IA 50540?
Most income-restricted buildings in Fonda, IA 50540 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 Fonda, IA 50540?
For many programs in Fonda, IA 50540, 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 Fonda, IA 50540?
There is no single waiting list for Fonda, IA 50540. 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 Fonda, IA 50540?
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 Fonda, IA 50540?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Fonda, IA 50540, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Fonda, IA 50540 is $940 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 Fonda, IA 50540?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Fonda, IA 50540. 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 Fonda, IA 50540?
This page may still list buildings in Fonda, IA 50540 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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