Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Lyons, NE 68038
2 affordable buildings in 68038 · 5 more within 11 mi
Lyons, NE 68038 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 1 public housing and 1 usda rural. 5 more are listed within 11 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 68038
Lyons Apts
360 Main St, Lyons, NE 68038
18 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 68038 match this filter.
Nearby
Four Trees Village
100 N Aurora Ave, Oakland, NE 68045
8 mi away
23 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Oakland Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Progress Corp
109 S Oakland Ave, Oakland, NE 68045
8.2 mi away
34 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Barbers Sunrise Villa
402 Vine St, Bancroft, NE 68004
8.3 mi away
8 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Cedar Apartments
420 W 6th St, Decatur, NE 68020
10.3 mi away
4 units · 2–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Maple Villa Apartments
302 E 6th St, Decatur, NE 68020
10.4 mi away
24 units · 1 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 68038
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,060/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,400/yr
- Renters in 68038 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 49%
Income limits (2026)
Burt County, NE area · median family income $84,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,800 | $32,950 | $52,750 |
| 2 | $22,600 | $37,650 | $60,250 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $42,350 | $67,800 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $47,050 | $75,300 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $50,850 | $81,350 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $54,600 | $87,350 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $58,350 | $93,400 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $62,150 | $99,400 |
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 | 68038 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $770 | $734 |
| 1 bedroom | $880 | $846 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,060 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,420 | $1,361 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,430 | $1,366 |
Wider area = Burt County, NE. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (68020) to $1,080 (68055).
Census figures for 68038 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $51,362. 29% of homes are rented. 49% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 3% pay half or more.
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 68038's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 68038Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Lyons, NE 68038?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Lyons, NE 68038, 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 Lyons, NE 68038 have openings?
These lists for Lyons, NE 68038 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 Lyons, NE 68038?
Use the phone number on each building card in Lyons, NE 68038. 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 Lyons, NE 68038?
In Lyons, NE 68038, 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 68038?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Lyons, NE 68038. 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 68038?
Yes — this page also lists 5 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Lyons, NE 68038 (within about 11 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Lyons, NE 68038?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lyons, NE 68038 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 $32,950, and $47,050 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($52,750 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 Lyons, NE 68038?
For many programs in Lyons, NE 68038, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $32,950 a year for 1 person and $47,050 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $52,750 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 Lyons, NE 68038?
There is no single waiting list for Lyons, NE 68038. 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 Lyons, NE 68038?
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 public housing in Lyons, NE 68038. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Lyons, NE 68038?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lyons, NE 68038, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lyons, NE 68038 is $1,060 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 Lyons, NE 68038?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Lyons, NE 68038. 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 Lyons, NE 68038?
This page may still list buildings in Lyons, NE 68038 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: 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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