Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Dodson, MT 59524
2 affordable buildings in 59524 · 9 more within 27 mi
Dodson, MT 59524 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit and 1 usda rural. 9 more are listed within 27 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 59524
No buildings in 59524 match this filter.
Nearby
Ft. Belknap Housing Development Agency
Rodeo Grounds Subdivision, Fort Belknap, MT 59527
16.9 mi away
11 units · 3 BR
Cedar View
543 S. 3rd Avenue West, Malta, MT 59538
28.3 mi away
32 units · 31 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Phillips Village
906 S 6th St E, Malta, MT 59538
29.2 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Fort Belknap Tax Credit LP 3
RR1 Box 61, Harlem, MT 59526
31.9 mi away
24 units · 3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Pioneer Apts
406 2nd Ave SW, Harlem, MT 59526
32.6 mi away
8 units · 1–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Fort Belknap Agency 1
South Rodeo Drive, Harlem, MT 59526
40.8 mi away
11 units · 3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Fort Belknap Southern 1
Old Hays and Lodgepole Leggins, Harlem, MT 59526
40.8 mi away
11 units · 3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 59524
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,070/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,800/yr
Income limits (2026)
Phillips County, MT area · median family income $73,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,150 | $31,850 | $51,000 |
| 2 | $21,850 | $36,400 | $58,250 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $40,950 | $65,550 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $45,500 | $72,800 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $49,150 | $78,650 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $52,800 | $84,450 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $56,450 | $90,300 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $60,100 | $96,100 |
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 | 59524 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $800 | $775 |
| 1 bedroom | $880 | $931 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,070 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,340 | $1,404 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,730 | $1,666 |
Wider area = Phillips County, MT. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,020 (59538) to $1,210 (59527).
Census figures for 59524 (2020–2024 average): median rent $527. Median household income $48,000. 21% of homes are rented.
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 59524's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 59524Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Dodson, MT 59524?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Dodson, MT 59524, 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 Dodson, MT 59524 have openings?
These lists for Dodson, MT 59524 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 Dodson, MT 59524?
Use the phone number on each building card in Dodson, MT 59524. 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 Dodson, MT 59524?
In Dodson, MT 59524, 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 59524?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Dodson, MT 59524. 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 59524?
Yes — this page also lists 9 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Dodson, MT 59524 (within about 27 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Dodson, MT 59524?
Most income-restricted buildings in Dodson, MT 59524 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 $31,850, and $45,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($51,000 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 Dodson, MT 59524?
For many programs in Dodson, MT 59524, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,850 a year for 1 person and $45,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $51,000 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 Dodson, MT 59524?
There is no single waiting list for Dodson, MT 59524. 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 Dodson, MT 59524?
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 Dodson, MT 59524. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Dodson, MT 59524?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Dodson, MT 59524, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Dodson, MT 59524 is $1,070 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 Dodson, MT 59524?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Dodson, MT 59524. 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 Dodson, MT 59524?
This page may still list buildings in Dodson, MT 59524 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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