Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Castalia, IA 52133
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 52133 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Castalia, IA 52133. 5 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 52133
Pheasant Run Apts
523 Lilac Ln, Postville, IA 52162
4.6 mi away
36 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Holzhas Apts
121 E Tilden St, Postville, IA 52162
5 mi away
6 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Clermont Homes
304 Carlton St, Clermont, IA 52135
7.2 mi away
8 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Luana Housing Inc
208 Church St, Luana, IA 52156
10.9 mi away
5 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Palmer Apartments and Heritage Haven
711 Jefferson Street, West Union, IA 52175
12.5 mi away
55 units · Studio–1 BR
Westwood Park Apts
710 Jefferson St, West Union, IA 52175
12.6 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Fort Atkinson Sr
201 5th St NW, Fort Atkinson, IA 52144
14 mi away
4 units · 1 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Monona Housing Inc
401 W Iowa St, Monona, IA 52159
14 mi away
20 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Southridge
607 2nd St SW, Waukon, IA 52172
14 mi away
24 units · 1 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 52133
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $930/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $37,200/yr
Income limits (2026)
Winneshiek County, IA area · median family income $106,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,300 | $37,150 | $59,450 |
| 2 | $25,500 | $42,450 | $67,950 |
| 3 | $28,700 | $47,750 | $76,450 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $53,050 | $84,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $57,300 | $91,700 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $61,550 | $98,500 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $65,800 | $105,300 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $70,050 | $112,100 |
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 | 52133 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $690 | $688 |
| 1 bedroom | $720 | $710 |
| 2 bedrooms | $930 | $927 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,230 | $1,214 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,320 | $1,218 |
Wider area = Winneshiek County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (52161) to $1,100 (52156).
Census figures for 52133 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $76,250. 8% of homes are rented.
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 52133's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 52133Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Castalia, IA 52133?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Castalia, IA 52133, 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 Castalia, IA 52133 have openings?
These lists for Castalia, IA 52133 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 Castalia, IA 52133?
Use the phone number on each building card in Castalia, IA 52133. 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 Castalia, IA 52133?
In Castalia, IA 52133, 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 52133?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 52133 right now. 5 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 52133?
Yes — this page also lists 5 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Castalia, IA 52133 (within about 11 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Castalia, IA 52133?
Most income-restricted buildings in Castalia, IA 52133 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 $37,150, and $53,050 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($59,450 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 Castalia, IA 52133?
For many programs in Castalia, IA 52133, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $37,150 a year for 1 person and $53,050 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $59,450 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 Castalia, IA 52133?
There is no single waiting list for Castalia, IA 52133. 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 Castalia, IA 52133?
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 Castalia, IA 52133?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Castalia, IA 52133, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Castalia, IA 52133 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 Castalia, IA 52133?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Castalia, IA 52133. 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 Castalia, IA 52133?
This page may still list buildings in Castalia, IA 52133 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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