Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Hiawatha, IA 52233
1 affordable building in 52233 · 57 more within 9 mi
Hiawatha, IA 52233 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit. 57 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 52233
No buildings in 52233 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 57 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Blairs Ferry Housing
3217 Agin Court, NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
1 mi away
8 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Project Independence
4002 Sherman St NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
2.4 mi away
19 units · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
Country Hill Apts II
611 Ashton Pl NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
2.5 mi away
92 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Country Hill Apts I
6741 C Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
2.5 mi away
176 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Valley View Apts
427 Ashton Pl NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
2.5 mi away
96 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
The Arbor at Lindale Trail
1362 Blairs Ferry Rd, Marion, IA 52302
3.5 mi away
70 units · 60 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Westover Manor
205 40th Street Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
3.6 mi away
40 units · 39 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Blairs Ferry Senior
830 Blairs Ferry Rd NE, Marion, IA 52302
3.9 mi away
60 units · 57 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Cedar View Apts
1100 O Ave NW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
4.2 mi away
45 units · 36 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Commonwealth Senior Apartments
1400 2nd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
4.7 mi away
84 units · 77 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Oak Village Senior Residences
101 S 11th St, Marion, IA 52302
4.8 mi away
46 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
The Roosevelt
200 First Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
5.1 mi away
96 units · 92 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Geneva Tower
310 5th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
5.2 mi away
183 units · 178 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
Cedar Rapids Brickstone LLLP
627 6th Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
5.2 mi away
43 units · 1–3 BR · People experiencing homelessness
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 52233
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $970/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $38,800/yr
- Renters in 52233 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 39%
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 | 52233 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $670 | $734 |
| 1 bedroom | $740 | $806 |
| 2 bedrooms | $970 | $1,054 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,350 | $1,459 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,620 | $1,762 |
Wider area = Cedar Rapids, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 11 nearby ZIPs range from $970 (52401) to $1,220 (52405).
Census figures for 52233 (2020–2024 average): median rent $855. Median household income $65,575. 34% of homes are rented. 39% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 11% 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 52233's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 52233Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Hiawatha, IA 52233?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Hiawatha, IA 52233, 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 Hiawatha, IA 52233 have openings?
These lists for Hiawatha, IA 52233 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 Hiawatha, IA 52233?
Use the phone number on each building card in Hiawatha, IA 52233. 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 Hiawatha, IA 52233?
In Hiawatha, IA 52233, 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 52233?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Hiawatha, IA 52233. 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 52233?
Yes — this page also lists 57 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Hiawatha, IA 52233 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Hiawatha, IA 52233?
Most income-restricted buildings in Hiawatha, IA 52233 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 Hiawatha, IA 52233?
For many programs in Hiawatha, IA 52233, 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 Hiawatha, IA 52233?
There is no single waiting list for Hiawatha, IA 52233. 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 Hiawatha, IA 52233?
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 tax-credit apartments in Hiawatha, IA 52233. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Hiawatha, IA 52233?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Hiawatha, IA 52233, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Hiawatha, IA 52233 is $970 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 Hiawatha, IA 52233?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Hiawatha, IA 52233. 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 Hiawatha, IA 52233?
This page may still list buildings in Hiawatha, IA 52233 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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