Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Yorktown, IA 51656
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 51656 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Yorktown, IA 51656. 5 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 51656
Clarinda West Apts
940 S 27th St, Clarinda, IA 51632
5.4 mi away
24 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Meadow Run Apts.
901 W Tarkio St, Clarinda, IA 51632
5.6 mi away
46 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities
- 10 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Clarhaven
402 W Willow St Apt 25, Clarinda, IA 51632
5.8 mi away
74 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Clarinda Low Rent Housing Agency
- Residents waited about 22 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Southview Village
604 South Ave Apt 1, Essex, IA 51638
10.2 mi away
15 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Essex Low Rent Housing Agency
Shenwood Apts
27 Keith Dr, Shenandoah, IA 51601
10.9 mi away
23 units · 2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Nishna Productions Group Home
304 W. Valley, Shenandoah, IA 51601
11.5 mi away
24 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Autumn Park Apartments ~ Shenandoah
201 N Blossom St, Shenandoah, IA 51601
11.6 mi away
55 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Forest Park Manor
707 W Summit Ave Apt 111, Shenandoah, IA 51601
11.6 mi away
78 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Shenandoah Low Rent Housing Agency
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Valley Apts
302 S Iowa St, Shenandoah, IA 51601
12.2 mi away
48 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Villisca Housing Authority
600 E 3rd St, Villisca, IA 50864
16.5 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
Admiral Manor
714 Jackson Ave Apt 1, Farragut, IA 51639
16.9 mi away
20 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Low Rent Housing Agency Of Farragut
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 51656
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $930/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $37,200/yr
Income limits (2026)
Page County, IA area · median family income $84,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $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 | 51656 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $690 | $688 |
| 1 bedroom | $710 | $709 |
| 2 bedrooms | $930 | $927 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,180 | $1,184 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,260 | $1,255 |
Wider area = Page County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (51632) to $1,180 (51651).
Census figures for 51656 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $83,750.
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 51656's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 51656Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Yorktown, IA 51656?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Yorktown, IA 51656, 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 Yorktown, IA 51656 have openings?
These lists for Yorktown, IA 51656 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 Yorktown, IA 51656?
Use the phone number on each building card in Yorktown, IA 51656. 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 Yorktown, IA 51656?
In Yorktown, IA 51656, 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 51656?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 51656 right now. 5 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 51656?
Yes — this page also lists 5 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Yorktown, IA 51656 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Yorktown, IA 51656?
Most income-restricted buildings in Yorktown, IA 51656 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 Yorktown, IA 51656?
For many programs in Yorktown, IA 51656, 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 Yorktown, IA 51656?
There is no single waiting list for Yorktown, IA 51656. 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 Yorktown, IA 51656?
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 Yorktown, IA 51656?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Yorktown, IA 51656, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Yorktown, IA 51656 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 Yorktown, IA 51656?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Yorktown, IA 51656. 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 Yorktown, IA 51656?
This page may still list buildings in Yorktown, IA 51656 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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