Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Jolley, IA 50551
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 50551 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Jolley, IA 50551. 1 income-restricted building is listed nearby (within about 9 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 50551
Oakbrook Apts
503 Third St, Rockwell City, IA 50579
8.8 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Howard Center, Inc Group Homes
701 S 13th St, Sac City, IA 50583
13.4 mi away
16 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Lake City Plaza
110 Westview Drive, Lake City, IA 51449
15.1 mi away
16 units · 2 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Pocahontas Homes 03-4
402 NW 2nd St, Pocahontas, IA 50574
18.2 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
18.2 mi away
19 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Maple River
1104-1108 W Fifth St, Ida Grove, IA 51445
19.6 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Gilmore City Hsg
104-110 SE 4th St, Gilmore City, IA 50541
23.4 mi away
15 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Holly Heights Apts
1800 E Milwaukee Ave, Storm Lake, IA 50588
24.2 mi away
32 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 50551
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $960/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $38,400/yr
Income limits (2026)
Calhoun County, IA area · median family income $86,500. 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 | 50551 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $730 | $688 |
| 1 bedroom | $760 | $732 |
| 2 bedrooms | $960 | $927 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,170 | $1,113 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,260 | $1,218 |
Wider area = Calhoun County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (50575) to $1,020 (50579).
Census figures for 50551 (2020–2024 average): 40% 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 50551's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 50551Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Jolley, IA 50551?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Jolley, IA 50551, 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 Jolley, IA 50551 have openings?
These lists for Jolley, IA 50551 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 Jolley, IA 50551?
Use the phone number on each building card in Jolley, IA 50551. 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 Jolley, IA 50551?
In Jolley, IA 50551, 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 50551?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 50551 right now. 1 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 50551?
Yes — this page also lists 1 income-restricted building in ZIP codes near Jolley, IA 50551 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Jolley, IA 50551?
Most income-restricted buildings in Jolley, IA 50551 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 Jolley, IA 50551?
For many programs in Jolley, IA 50551, 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 Jolley, IA 50551?
There is no single waiting list for Jolley, IA 50551. 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 Jolley, IA 50551?
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 Jolley, IA 50551?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Jolley, IA 50551, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Jolley, IA 50551 is $960 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 Jolley, IA 50551?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Jolley, IA 50551. 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 Jolley, IA 50551?
This page may still list buildings in Jolley, IA 50551 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; 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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