Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Shawnee, KS 66286
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 66286 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Shawnee, KS 66286. 51 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 5 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 66286
The 20 closest of 51 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Switzer Valley 4-Plex's
4709 Switzer St, Merriam, KS 66203
0.8 mi away
8 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Batcliffe Manor
9633 W 51st St, Merriam, KS 66203
1.3 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
1.4 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
1.4 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Sedona Point
6527 Reeder St, Shawnee, KS 66203
2.3 mi away
352 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Cottonwood Park Apts
6321 Cottonwood Dr, Shawnee, KS 66216
2.4 mi away
126 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Metcalf 56 Apts
7205 W 55th Ter, Overland Park, KS 66202
2.9 mi away
91 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Sundance Overland Park
6106 Foster St, Overland Park, KS 66202
3 mi away
80 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Sundance of Op
6120 Foster St, Overland Park, KS 66202
3 mi away
21 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Community Living Opportunities II
7305 W 61st St., Overland Park, KS 66202
3.1 mi away
42 units · 36 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
Tiffany Gardens
6200 Marty Ln, Overland Park, KS 66202
3.1 mi away
156 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Family South
1702 S 37th Ct, Kansas City, KS 66106
3.2 mi away
221 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Kansas City, KS Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 21 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Wyndam Place Senior Apts
15510 W 63rd St, Shawnee, KS 66217
3.2 mi away
48 units · 45 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Prairie Lakes Apts
6701 Lackman Rd, Shawnee, KS 66217
3.3 mi away
270 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 66286
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,740/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $69,600/yr
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 | 66286 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,410 | $1,257 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,540 | $1,366 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,740 | $1,546 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,270 | $2,020 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,720 | $2,419 |
Wider area = Kansas City, MO-KS. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,120 (66105) to $2,070 (66205).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 66286's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 66286Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Shawnee, KS 66286?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Shawnee, KS 66286, 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 66286 have openings?
These lists for Shawnee, KS 66286 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 66286?
Use the phone number on each building card in Shawnee, KS 66286. 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 66286?
In Shawnee, KS 66286, 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 66286?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 66286 right now. 51 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 66286?
Yes — this page also lists 51 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Shawnee, KS 66286 (within about 5 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Shawnee, KS 66286?
Most income-restricted buildings in Shawnee, KS 66286 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 66286?
For many programs in Shawnee, KS 66286, 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 66286?
There is no single waiting list for Shawnee, KS 66286. 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 66286?
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 Shawnee, KS 66286?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Shawnee, KS 66286, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Shawnee, KS 66286 is $1,740 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 66286?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Shawnee, KS 66286. 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 66286?
This page may still list buildings in Shawnee, KS 66286 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; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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