Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Shawnee, KS 66216
3 affordable buildings in 66216 · 40 more within 6 mi
Shawnee, KS 66216 has 3 income-restricted buildings: 3 tax credit. 40 more are listed within 6 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 66216
Quivira Apts
12064 W 77th Ter, Lenexa, KS 66216
289 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Cottonwood Park Apts
6321 Cottonwood Dr, Shawnee, KS 66216
126 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 66216 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 40 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Prairie Lakes Apts
6701 Lackman Rd, Shawnee, KS 66217
1.1 mi away
270 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Shawnee Station
15710 W 65th St, Shawnee, KS 66217
1.4 mi away
228 units · 183 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Wyndam Place Senior Apts
15510 W 63rd St, Shawnee, KS 66217
1.5 mi away
48 units · 45 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Sedona Point
6527 Reeder St, Shawnee, KS 66203
1.6 mi away
352 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Thomasbrook Acquisition
7613 Flint St, Shawnee, KS 66214
2 mi away
195 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Rosewood Place
8500 Pflumm Rd, Lenexa, KS 66215
2.6 mi away
144 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Switzer Valley 4-Plex's
4709 Switzer St, Merriam, KS 66203
2.8 mi away
8 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Batcliffe Manor
9633 W 51st St, Merriam, KS 66203
2.8 mi away
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
9420 W 51st St
9420 W 51st St, Merriam, KS 66203
3 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
9416 W 51st St
9416 W 51st St, Merriam, KS 66203
3 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Quail Valley Coop
8800 Noland Rd, Lenexa, KS 66215
3.1 mi away
100 units · 20 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Evergreen
9223 W 79th St, Overland Park, KS 66204
3.2 mi away
105 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Overland Towers
8580 Farley St, Overland Park, KS 66212
3.5 mi away
126 units · 124 income-restricted · 1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 66216
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,700/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $68,000/yr
- Renters in 66216 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 42%
Income limits (2026)
Kansas City, MO-KS area · median family income $113,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $23,800 | $39,700 | $63,500 |
| 2 | $27,200 | $45,400 | $72,600 |
| 3 | $30,600 | $51,050 | $81,650 |
| 4 | $34,000 | $56,700 | $90,700 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $61,250 | $98,000 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $65,800 | $105,250 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $70,350 | $112,500 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $74,850 | $119,750 |
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 | 66216 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,380 | $1,257 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,500 | $1,366 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,700 | $1,546 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,220 | $2,020 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,660 | $2,419 |
Wider area = Kansas City, MO-KS. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,300 (66106) to $2,170 (66218).
Census figures for 66216 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,484. Median household income $111,744. 16% of homes are rented. 42% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 24% 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 66216's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 66216Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Shawnee, KS 66216?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Shawnee, KS 66216, 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 Shawnee, KS 66216 have openings?
These lists for Shawnee, KS 66216 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 Shawnee, KS 66216?
Use the phone number on each building card in Shawnee, KS 66216. 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 Shawnee, KS 66216?
In Shawnee, KS 66216, 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 66216?
This directory lists 3 income-restricted buildings in Shawnee, KS 66216. 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 66216?
Yes — this page also lists 40 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Shawnee, KS 66216 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Shawnee, KS 66216?
Most income-restricted buildings in Shawnee, KS 66216 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 $39,700, and $56,700 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($63,500 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 Shawnee, KS 66216?
For many programs in Shawnee, KS 66216, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $39,700 a year for 1 person and $56,700 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $63,500 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 Shawnee, KS 66216?
There is no single waiting list for Shawnee, KS 66216. 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 Shawnee, KS 66216?
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 Shawnee, KS 66216. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Shawnee, KS 66216?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Shawnee, KS 66216, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Shawnee, KS 66216 is $1,700 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 Shawnee, KS 66216?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Shawnee, KS 66216. 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 Shawnee, KS 66216?
This page may still list buildings in Shawnee, KS 66216 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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