Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Central City, IA 52214
1 affordable building in 52214 · 10 more within 9 mi
Central City, IA 52214 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 senior and 1 usda rural. 10 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 52214
North Maine Apts
259 Marion Rd S, Central City, IA 52214
24 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 52214 match this filter.
Nearby
Springhouse Apts
200 John St, Springville, IA 52336
9.5 mi away
16 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Scott Meadows
5960 E Kacena Ave, Marion, IA 52302
10.2 mi away
32 units · 31 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Lynnwood Apts
3920 Hwy 151, Marion, IA 52302
10.9 mi away
42 units · 39 income-restricted · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Oak Village Senior Residences
101 S 11th St, Marion, IA 52302
12 mi away
46 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Blairs Ferry Senior
830 Blairs Ferry Rd NE, Marion, IA 52302
12.1 mi away
60 units · 57 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
The Arbor at Lindale Trail
1362 Blairs Ferry Rd, Marion, IA 52302
12.2 mi away
70 units · 60 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 52214
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,030/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $41,200/yr
- Renters in 52214 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 41%
Income limits (2026)
Cedar Rapids, IA area · median family income $105,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,150 | $36,900 | $59,000 |
| 2 | $25,300 | $42,150 | $67,400 |
| 3 | $28,450 | $47,400 | $75,850 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $52,650 | $84,250 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $56,900 | $91,000 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $61,100 | $97,750 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $65,300 | $104,500 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $69,500 | $111,250 |
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 | 52214 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $720 | $734 |
| 1 bedroom | $790 | $806 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,030 | $1,054 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,430 | $1,459 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,720 | $1,762 |
Wider area = Cedar Rapids, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $970 (52202) to $1,160 (52336).
Census figures for 52214 (2020–2024 average): median rent $924. Median household income $86,786. 16% of homes are rented. 41% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 22% 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 52214's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 52214Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Central City, IA 52214?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Central City, IA 52214, 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 Central City, IA 52214 have openings?
These lists for Central City, IA 52214 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 Central City, IA 52214?
Use the phone number on each building card in Central City, IA 52214. 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 Central City, IA 52214?
In Central City, IA 52214, 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 52214?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Central City, IA 52214. 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 52214?
Yes — this page also lists 10 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Central City, IA 52214 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Central City, IA 52214?
Most income-restricted buildings in Central City, IA 52214 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 $36,900, and $52,650 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($59,000 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 Central City, IA 52214?
For many programs in Central City, IA 52214, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,900 a year for 1 person and $52,650 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $59,000 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 Central City, IA 52214?
There is no single waiting list for Central City, IA 52214. 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 Central City, IA 52214?
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 Central City, IA 52214?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Central City, IA 52214, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Central City, IA 52214 is $1,030 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 Central City, IA 52214?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Central City, IA 52214. 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 Central City, IA 52214?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Central City, IA 52214. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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