Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Gravity, IA 50848
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 50848 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Gravity, IA 50848. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 50848
Sunrise Apts
401 E Ohio St Apt 1, Lenox, IA 50851
12.6 mi away
30 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Lenox Low Rent Housing Agency
Lenox Park Apts
601 E Ohio St, Lenox, IA 50851
12.8 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Westgate
1125 Westgate Dr Apt 17, Corning, IA 50841
14 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
14 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
Riverview Apts
2236 Loomis Ave, Corning, IA 50841
14.1 mi away
12 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Villisca Housing Authority
600 E 3rd St, Villisca, IA 50864
14.5 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
Clearfield Manor
407 4th St, Clearfield, IA 50840
15.1 mi away
8 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Clarhaven
402 W Willow St Apt 25, Clarinda, IA 51632
15.2 mi away
74 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Clarinda Low Rent Housing Agency
- Residents waited about 22 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Meadow Run Apts.
901 W Tarkio St, Clarinda, IA 51632
15.2 mi away
46 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities
- 10 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Clarinda West Apts
940 S 27th St, Clarinda, IA 51632
15.6 mi away
24 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Halland Village
602 Elliott St, Stanton, IA 51573
22 mi away
20 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Stanton Housing Commission
Rd Cg LLLP
1501 North Lincoln Ave, Creston, IA 50801
26.6 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR
- 16 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 50848
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $930/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $37,200/yr
Income limits (2026)
Taylor County, IA area · median family income $80,900. 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 | 50848 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $690 | $688 |
| 1 bedroom | $710 | $710 |
| 2 bedrooms | $930 | $927 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,200 | $1,198 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,290 | $1,290 |
Wider area = Taylor County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (50833) to $1,010 (51646).
Census figures for 50848 (2020–2024 average): median rent $775. Median household income $68,250. 21% 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 50848's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 50848Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Gravity, IA 50848?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Gravity, IA 50848, 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 Gravity, IA 50848 have openings?
These lists for Gravity, IA 50848 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 Gravity, IA 50848?
Use the phone number on each building card in Gravity, IA 50848. 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 Gravity, IA 50848?
In Gravity, IA 50848, 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 50848?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 50848 right now. Call to confirm openings.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Gravity, IA 50848?
Most income-restricted buildings in Gravity, IA 50848 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 Gravity, IA 50848?
For many programs in Gravity, IA 50848, 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 Gravity, IA 50848?
There is no single waiting list for Gravity, IA 50848. 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 Gravity, IA 50848?
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 Gravity, IA 50848?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Gravity, IA 50848, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Gravity, IA 50848 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 Gravity, IA 50848?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Gravity, IA 50848. 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 Gravity, IA 50848?
This page may still list buildings in Gravity, IA 50848 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 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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