Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Auburn, IA 51433
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 51433 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Auburn, IA 51433. 1 income-restricted building is listed nearby (within about 11 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 51433
Lake City Plaza
110 Westview Drive, Lake City, IA 51449
6.8 mi away
16 units · 2 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Maple River
1104-1108 W Fifth St, Ida Grove, IA 51445
9.7 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Howard Center, Inc Group Homes
701 S 13th St, Sac City, IA 50583
12 mi away
16 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Harbor Crest Apts
704 E 18th St, Carroll, IA 51401
13.1 mi away
20 units · 2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Pine Valley Apts
741 Granada Rd, Carroll, IA 51401
13.1 mi away
20 units · 1 BR
- 7 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Meadow Wood of Carroll
1010 Woodland Dr, Carroll, IA 51401
13.8 mi away
24 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Meadow Wood of Carroll Phase II
1102 Woodland Dr, Carroll, IA 51401
13.8 mi away
24 units · 23 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Carrollton Apartments
807 E 8th St, Carroll, IA 51401
13.9 mi away
23 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Monterey Point Apts
822 Monterey Dr, Carroll, IA 51401
13.9 mi away
24 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Oakbrook Apts
503 Third St, Rockwell City, IA 50579
15.2 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Dakota Apartments
504 Dakota St, Glidden, IA 51443
16 mi away
12 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 51433
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $990/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $39,600/yr
- Renters in 51433 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 8%
Income limits (2026)
Sac 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 | 51433 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $830 | $791 |
| 1 bedroom | $840 | $796 |
| 2 bedrooms | $990 | $927 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,280 | $1,215 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,310 | $1,219 |
Wider area = Sac County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (51450) to $970 (51436).
Census figures for 51433 (2020–2024 average): median rent $774. Median household income $68,125. 52% of homes are rented. 8% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 6% 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 51433's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 51433Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Auburn, IA 51433?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Auburn, IA 51433, 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 Auburn, IA 51433 have openings?
These lists for Auburn, IA 51433 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 Auburn, IA 51433?
Use the phone number on each building card in Auburn, IA 51433. 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 Auburn, IA 51433?
In Auburn, IA 51433, 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 51433?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 51433 right now. 1 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 51433?
Yes — this page also lists 1 income-restricted building in ZIP codes near Auburn, IA 51433 (within about 11 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Auburn, IA 51433?
Most income-restricted buildings in Auburn, IA 51433 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 Auburn, IA 51433?
For many programs in Auburn, IA 51433, 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 Auburn, IA 51433?
There is no single waiting list for Auburn, IA 51433. 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 Auburn, IA 51433?
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 Auburn, IA 51433?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Auburn, IA 51433, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Auburn, IA 51433 is $990 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 Auburn, IA 51433?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Auburn, IA 51433. 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 Auburn, IA 51433?
This page may still list buildings in Auburn, IA 51433 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; 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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