Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Portis, KS 67474
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 67474 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Portis, KS 67474. 5 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 15 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 67474
Parkview Manor
400 6th St Apt 1, Gaylord, KS 67638
8.4 mi away
12 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Gaylord Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Centennial Village
914 Kansas St, Downs, KS 67437
10.3 mi away
30 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Downs Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Downs Rentals
712 Blunt St, Downs, KS 67437
10.5 mi away
8 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Solomon Valley Apartments
200 E Vermont St, Osborne, KS 67473
11.1 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Osborne Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Sunrise Drive Apts
101 Sunrise Dr, Cawker City, KS 67430
15.9 mi away
24 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Cawker City Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 15 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Country View Village
504 N Main, Kensington, KS 66951
21.2 mi away
12 units · 1–2 BR
- 7 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 67474
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
Income limits (2026)
Smith County, KS area · median family income $95,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,100 | $33,500 | $53,600 |
| 2 | $23,000 | $38,300 | $61,250 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,100 | $68,900 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $47,850 | $76,550 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $51,700 | $82,700 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $55,550 | $88,800 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $59,350 | $94,950 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $63,200 | $101,050 |
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 | 67474 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $740 | $707 |
| 1 bedroom | $830 | $861 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $961 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,350 | $1,255 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,490 | $1,418 |
Wider area = Smith County, KS. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $960 (67638) to $1,130 (67430).
Census figures for 67474 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $81,250 (uncertain estimate). 3% of homes are rented.
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 67474's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 67474Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Portis, KS 67474?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Portis, KS 67474, 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 Portis, KS 67474 have openings?
These lists for Portis, KS 67474 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 Portis, KS 67474?
Use the phone number on each building card in Portis, KS 67474. 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 Portis, KS 67474?
In Portis, KS 67474, 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 67474?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 67474 right now. 5 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 67474?
Yes — this page also lists 5 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Portis, KS 67474 (within about 15 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Portis, KS 67474?
Most income-restricted buildings in Portis, KS 67474 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 $33,500, and $47,850 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($53,600 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 Portis, KS 67474?
For many programs in Portis, KS 67474, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $33,500 a year for 1 person and $47,850 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $53,600 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 Portis, KS 67474?
There is no single waiting list for Portis, KS 67474. 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 Portis, KS 67474?
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 Portis, KS 67474?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Portis, KS 67474, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Portis, KS 67474 is $1,010 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 Portis, KS 67474?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Portis, KS 67474. 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 Portis, KS 67474?
This page may still list buildings in Portis, KS 67474 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; 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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