Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Alta Vista, IA 50603
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 50603 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Alta Vista, IA 50603. 1 income-restricted building is listed nearby (within about 12 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 50603
New Hamptons Pleasant Manor
805 W Main St, New Hampton, IA 50659
11.1 mi away
23 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Burling House
910 1st Ave, Charles City, IA 50616
13.3 mi away
12 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Cedar Terrace South
201 Greenlees Cir Apt 1, Charles City, IA 50616
14 mi away
147 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Charles City Hsg and Redev Authority
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Cedar Crest
910 13th St, Charles City, IA 50616
15 mi away
24 units · 1 BR
- 18 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Charles City Iha
601-607 11th Street, Charles City, IA 50616
15.4 mi away
24 units · 1–3 BR
- 10 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Hamlin Garland
831 Heritage Dr, Osage, IA 50461
18.6 mi away
26 units · 1–2 BR
- 10 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Lantern Park Osage
1032 N 10th St, Osage, IA 50461
18.9 mi away
16 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
- 7 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Fredericksburg Hsg
113 Buckeye St, Fredericksburg, IA 50630
20.1 mi away
10 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Hilltop Apts
454 N Miller St, Lime Springs, IA 52155
20.3 mi away
15 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Crestview Village
806 Second St SW, Cresco, IA 52136
21 mi away
32 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Alert Manor Inc
502 5th Ave W, Cresco, IA 52136
21.3 mi away
23 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 50603
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $930/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $37,200/yr
Income limits (2026)
Chickasaw County, IA area · median family income $97,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,550 | $34,200 | $54,750 |
| 2 | $23,450 | $39,100 | $62,550 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $44,000 | $70,350 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,850 | $78,150 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,800 | $84,450 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,700 | $90,700 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,600 | $96,950 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,500 | $103,200 |
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 | 50603 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $690 | $688 |
| 1 bedroom | $800 | $795 |
| 2 bedrooms | $930 | $927 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,260 | $1,262 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,330 | $1,266 |
Wider area = Chickasaw County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (50628) to $1,010 (50645).
Census figures for 50603 (2020–2024 average): median rent $640. Median household income $74,271. 13% of homes are rented.
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 50603's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 50603Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Alta Vista, IA 50603?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Alta Vista, IA 50603, 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 Alta Vista, IA 50603 have openings?
These lists for Alta Vista, IA 50603 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 Alta Vista, IA 50603?
Use the phone number on each building card in Alta Vista, IA 50603. 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 Alta Vista, IA 50603?
In Alta Vista, IA 50603, 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 50603?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 50603 right now. 1 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 50603?
Yes — this page also lists 1 income-restricted building in ZIP codes near Alta Vista, IA 50603 (within about 12 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Alta Vista, IA 50603?
Most income-restricted buildings in Alta Vista, IA 50603 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 $34,200, and $48,850 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($54,750 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 Alta Vista, IA 50603?
For many programs in Alta Vista, IA 50603, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,200 a year for 1 person and $48,850 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $54,750 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 Alta Vista, IA 50603?
There is no single waiting list for Alta Vista, IA 50603. 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 Alta Vista, IA 50603?
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 Alta Vista, IA 50603?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Alta Vista, IA 50603, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Alta Vista, IA 50603 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 Alta Vista, IA 50603?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Alta Vista, IA 50603. 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 Alta Vista, IA 50603?
This page may still list buildings in Alta Vista, IA 50603 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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