Affordable & Low-Income Housing in West Bend, IA 50597
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 50597 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in West Bend, IA 50597. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 50597
Emmetsburg Group Homes
1501 Palmer St, Emmetsburg, IA 50536
14.7 mi away
16 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Cypress Pointe Apts
210 N State St, Emmetsburg, IA 50536
15.6 mi away
92 units · 2 BR
- 31 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Roscommon Apts
2805 Schroeder Dr, Emmetsburg, IA 50536
15.7 mi away
24 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Gilmore City Hsg
104-110 SE 4th St, Gilmore City, IA 50541
17.1 mi away
15 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Pocahontas Homes 04-6
205 4th Ave NE, Pocahontas, IA 50574
19.7 mi away
19 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Pocahontas Homes 03-4
402 NW 2nd St, Pocahontas, IA 50574
19.8 mi away
9 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Humboldt Homes Ltd
1107 19th St. N, Humboldt, IA 50548
20 mi away
100 units · 1–2 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Humboldt Wrokshop SE Housing I
725 11th Ave N, Humboldt, IA 50548
20.5 mi away
19 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 50597
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $930/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $37,200/yr
- Renters in 50597 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 20%
Income limits (2026)
Palo Alto County, IA area · median family income $104,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,900 | $36,450 | $58,350 |
| 2 | $25,000 | $41,650 | $66,650 |
| 3 | $28,150 | $46,850 | $75,000 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $52,050 | $83,300 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $56,250 | $90,000 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $60,400 | $96,650 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $64,550 | $103,300 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $68,750 | $110,000 |
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 | 50597 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $690 | $688 |
| 1 bedroom | $720 | $709 |
| 2 bedrooms | $930 | $927 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,220 | $1,247 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,300 | $1,251 |
Wider area = Palo Alto County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (50570) to $1,390 (50562).
Census figures for 50597 (2020–2024 average): median rent $613. Median household income $92,000. 12% of homes are rented. 20% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 14% 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 50597's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 50597Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in West Bend, IA 50597?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in West Bend, IA 50597, 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 West Bend, IA 50597 have openings?
These lists for West Bend, IA 50597 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 West Bend, IA 50597?
Use the phone number on each building card in West Bend, IA 50597. 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 West Bend, IA 50597?
In West Bend, IA 50597, 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 50597?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 50597 right now. Call to confirm openings.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in West Bend, IA 50597?
Most income-restricted buildings in West Bend, IA 50597 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 $36,450, and $52,050 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($58,350 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 West Bend, IA 50597?
For many programs in West Bend, IA 50597, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,450 a year for 1 person and $52,050 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $58,350 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 West Bend, IA 50597?
There is no single waiting list for West Bend, IA 50597. 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 West Bend, IA 50597?
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 West Bend, IA 50597?
In public housing and most Section 8 in West Bend, IA 50597, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near West Bend, IA 50597 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 West Bend, IA 50597?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in West Bend, IA 50597. 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 West Bend, IA 50597?
This page may still list buildings in West Bend, IA 50597 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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