Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Carbon, IA 50839
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 50839 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Carbon, IA 50839. 4 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 11 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 50839
Riverview Apts
2236 Loomis Ave, Corning, IA 50841
5.6 mi away
12 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Westgate
1125 Westgate Dr Apt 17, Corning, IA 50841
5.8 mi away
46 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Corning Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
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1204 West St Apt 1, Corning, IA 50841
5.8 mi away
125 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Southern Iowa Regional Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Villisca Housing Authority
600 E 3rd St, Villisca, IA 50864
11.4 mi away
44 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Villisca Low Rent Housing Agency
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Halland Village
602 Elliott St, Stanton, IA 51573
15.2 mi away
20 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Stanton Housing Commission
Sunrise Apts
401 E Ohio St Apt 1, Lenox, IA 50851
18.1 mi away
30 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Lenox Low Rent Housing Agency
Lenox Park Apts
601 E Ohio St, Lenox, IA 50851
18.2 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Acorn Acres Phase II
1805 N 8th St, Red Oak, IA 51566
21 mi away
48 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Low Rent Housing Agency Of Red Oak
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
City View Apts
2400 N Eighth St, Red Oak, IA 51566
21 mi away
48 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Rd Cg LLLP
1501 North Lincoln Ave, Creston, IA 50801
21.3 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR
- 16 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Green Valley Manor
122-124 Manor Dr, Creston, IA 50801
23.4 mi away
48 units · 47 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 50839
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $930/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $37,200/yr
Income limits (2026)
Adams County, IA area · median family income $99,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,900 | $34,800 | $55,650 |
| 2 | $23,850 | $39,750 | $63,600 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $44,700 | $71,550 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $49,650 | $79,450 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $53,650 | $85,850 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $57,600 | $92,200 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $61,600 | $98,550 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $65,550 | $104,900 |
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 | 50839 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $690 | $700 |
| 1 bedroom | $710 | $721 |
| 2 bedrooms | $930 | $943 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,240 | $1,268 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,250 | $1,273 |
Wider area = Adams County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (50841) to $950 (50847).
Census figures for 50839 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $48,750 (uncertain estimate).
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 50839's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 50839Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Carbon, IA 50839?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Carbon, IA 50839, 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 Carbon, IA 50839 have openings?
These lists for Carbon, IA 50839 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 Carbon, IA 50839?
Use the phone number on each building card in Carbon, IA 50839. 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 Carbon, IA 50839?
In Carbon, IA 50839, 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 50839?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 50839 right now. 4 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 50839?
Yes — this page also lists 4 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Carbon, IA 50839 (within about 11 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Carbon, IA 50839?
Most income-restricted buildings in Carbon, IA 50839 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 $34,800, and $49,650 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($55,650 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 Carbon, IA 50839?
For many programs in Carbon, IA 50839, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,800 a year for 1 person and $49,650 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $55,650 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 Carbon, IA 50839?
There is no single waiting list for Carbon, IA 50839. 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 Carbon, IA 50839?
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 Carbon, IA 50839?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Carbon, IA 50839, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Carbon, IA 50839 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 Carbon, IA 50839?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Carbon, IA 50839. 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 Carbon, IA 50839?
This page may still list buildings in Carbon, IA 50839 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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