Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Sioux Center, IA 51250
3 affordable buildings in 51250 · 8 more within 10 mi
Sioux Center, IA 51250 has 3 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit, 1 public housing, and 1 Section 8. 8 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 51250
New Homestead
241 N Meadow Dr, Sioux Center, IA 51250
71 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Low Rent Housing Agency Of Sioux Center
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Northwood Court Apts
1051 1089 Second Ave NE, Sioux Center, IA 51250
20 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
No buildings in 51250 match this filter.
Nearby
Shady West
102 Kansas Ave NW, Orange City, IA 51041
9 mi away
12 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Oci LP
102 Kansas Ave NW, Orange City, IA 51041
9.1 mi away
12 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rock Valley Residential Housing
1610 20th St., Rock Valley, IA 51247
9.4 mi away
36 units · People with disabilities
Orange City Plaza
703 Iowa Ave SW, Orange City, IA 51041
9.5 mi away
32 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 51250
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
- Renters in 51250 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 29%
Income limits (2026)
Sioux County, IA area · median family income $109,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $23,100 | $38,450 | $61,500 |
| 2 | $26,400 | $43,950 | $70,300 |
| 3 | $29,700 | $49,450 | $79,100 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $54,900 | $87,850 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $59,300 | $94,900 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $63,700 | $101,950 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $68,100 | $108,950 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $72,500 | $116,000 |
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 | 51250 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $750 | $741 |
| 1 bedroom | $770 | $764 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,000 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,290 | $1,279 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,370 | $1,361 |
Wider area = Sioux County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (51041) to $1,170 (51036).
Census figures for 51250 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $94,119. 22% of homes are rented. 29% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 9% pay half or more.
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 51250's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 51250Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Sioux Center, IA 51250?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Sioux Center, IA 51250, 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 Sioux Center, IA 51250 have openings?
These lists for Sioux Center, IA 51250 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 Sioux Center, IA 51250?
Use the phone number on each building card in Sioux Center, IA 51250. 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 Sioux Center, IA 51250?
In Sioux Center, IA 51250, 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 51250?
This directory lists 3 income-restricted buildings in Sioux Center, IA 51250. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 51250?
Yes — this page also lists 8 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Sioux Center, IA 51250 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Sioux Center, IA 51250?
Most income-restricted buildings in Sioux Center, IA 51250 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 $38,450, and $54,900 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($61,500 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 Sioux Center, IA 51250?
For many programs in Sioux Center, IA 51250, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $38,450 a year for 1 person and $54,900 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $61,500 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 Sioux Center, IA 51250?
There is no single waiting list for Sioux Center, IA 51250. 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 Sioux Center, IA 51250?
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. This page lists public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Sioux Center, IA 51250. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Sioux Center, IA 51250?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Sioux Center, IA 51250, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Sioux Center, IA 51250 is $1,010 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 Sioux Center, IA 51250?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Sioux Center, IA 51250. 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 Sioux Center, IA 51250?
This page may still list buildings in Sioux Center, IA 51250 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; 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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