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Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Brighton, IA 52540

No income-restricted buildings are listed in 52540 — here are the closest ones.

No income-restricted buildings are listed in Brighton, IA 52540. 17 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 11 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.

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Rents and income limits in 52540

Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
$980/mo
Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
$39,200/yr
Renters in 52540 paying 30% or more of income on rent
33%

Income limits (2026)

Jefferson County, IA area · median family income $100,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.

PeopleExtremely low 30%Very low 50%Low 80%
1$21,150$35,200$56,300
2$24,150$40,200$64,350
3$27,320$45,250$72,400
4$33,000$50,250$80,400
5$38,680$54,300$86,850
6$44,360$58,300$93,300
7$50,040$62,350$99,700
8$55,720$66,350$106,150

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.

Size52540Wider area
Studio$740$832
1 bedroom$750$838
2 bedrooms$980$1,096
3 bedrooms$1,170$1,306
4 bedrooms$1,300$1,440

Wider area = Jefferson County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $980 (52654) to $1,100 (52353).

Census figures for 52540 (2020–2024 average): median rent $681. Median household income $55,000. 22% of homes are rented. 33% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 13% 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 52540's fair market rent.

Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 52540

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there Section 8 housing in Brighton, IA 52540?

Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Brighton, IA 52540, 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 Brighton, IA 52540 have openings?

These lists for Brighton, IA 52540 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 Brighton, IA 52540?

Use the phone number on each building card in Brighton, IA 52540. 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 Brighton, IA 52540?

In Brighton, IA 52540, 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 52540?

No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 52540 right now. 17 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.

Is there affordable housing near 52540?

Yes — this page also lists 17 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Brighton, IA 52540 (within about 11 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.

People Also Ask

How do I qualify for affordable housing in Brighton, IA 52540?

Most income-restricted buildings in Brighton, IA 52540 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 $35,200, and $50,250 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($56,300 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 Brighton, IA 52540?

For many programs in Brighton, IA 52540, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $35,200 a year for 1 person and $50,250 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $56,300 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 Brighton, IA 52540?

There is no single waiting list for Brighton, IA 52540. 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 Brighton, IA 52540?

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 Brighton, IA 52540?

In public housing and most Section 8 in Brighton, IA 52540, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Brighton, IA 52540 is $980 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 Brighton, IA 52540?

A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Brighton, IA 52540. 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 Brighton, IA 52540?

This page may still list buildings in Brighton, IA 52540 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; 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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