Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Morning Sun, IA 52640
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 52640 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Morning Sun, IA 52640. 4 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 9 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 52640
Winfield Village
405 S Maple St, Winfield, IA 52659
8.1 mi away
24 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Mediapolis 03-4
713 Main St, Mediapolis, IA 52637
8.9 mi away
8 units · 2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Mediapolis 02-2
730 Prairie St, Mediapolis, IA 52637
9.1 mi away
16 units · 1 BR
- 5 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Columbus Jct Park
820 Springer St, Columbus Jct, IA 52738
12.6 mi away
24 units · 1 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Ramey Retirement
500 W Washington St, New London, IA 52645
13.7 mi away
28 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Valley View Apts
125 9th Street, Columbus Jct, IA 52738
14.2 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Mt Pleasant Park
1202 N Palm Ave, Mt Pleasant, IA 52641
16.1 mi away
24 units · 1–3 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Meadowbrook Apts
700 North Cherry, Mt Pleasant, IA 52641
16.2 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Mapleleaf Apartments
704 E Mapleleaf Dr, Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
16.3 mi away
48 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Chesapeake Apts
800 N Palm Ave, Mt Pleasant, IA 52641
16.3 mi away
56 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 52640
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $960/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $38,400/yr
- Renters in 52640 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 38%
Income limits (2026)
Louisa County, IA area · median family income $97,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,450 | $34,100 | $54,500 |
| 2 | $23,400 | $38,950 | $62,300 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,800 | $70,100 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,650 | $77,850 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,550 | $84,100 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,450 | $90,350 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,350 | $96,550 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,250 | $102,800 |
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 | 52640 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $700 | $688 |
| 1 bedroom | $730 | $709 |
| 2 bedrooms | $960 | $927 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,240 | $1,133 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,310 | $1,292 |
Wider area = Louisa County, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (52653) to $1,100 (52637).
Census figures for 52640 (2020–2024 average): median rent $806. Median household income $67,813. 14% of homes are rented. 38% 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 52640's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 52640Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Morning Sun, IA 52640?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Morning Sun, IA 52640, 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 Morning Sun, IA 52640 have openings?
These lists for Morning Sun, IA 52640 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 Morning Sun, IA 52640?
Use the phone number on each building card in Morning Sun, IA 52640. 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 Morning Sun, IA 52640?
In Morning Sun, IA 52640, 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 52640?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 52640 right now. 4 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 52640?
Yes — this page also lists 4 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Morning Sun, IA 52640 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Morning Sun, IA 52640?
Most income-restricted buildings in Morning Sun, IA 52640 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 $34,100, and $48,650 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($54,500 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 Morning Sun, IA 52640?
For many programs in Morning Sun, IA 52640, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,100 a year for 1 person and $48,650 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $54,500 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 Morning Sun, IA 52640?
There is no single waiting list for Morning Sun, IA 52640. 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 Morning Sun, IA 52640?
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 Morning Sun, IA 52640?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Morning Sun, IA 52640, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Morning Sun, IA 52640 is $960 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 Morning Sun, IA 52640?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Morning Sun, IA 52640. 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 Morning Sun, IA 52640?
This page may still list buildings in Morning Sun, IA 52640 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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