Affordable & Low-Income Housing in St Columbans, NE 68056
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 68056 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in St Columbans, NE 68056. 123 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 8 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 68056
The 20 closest of 123 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Bellewood Courts/Bellewood South
1002 Bellewood Court, Bellevue, NE 68005
0.1 mi away
84 units · Studio–1 BR
Brent Village Apts
1506 Lee Dr, Bellevue, NE 68005
0.5 mi away
180 units · 155 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Sheltering Tree Housing
1903 Gregg Road, Bellevue, NE 68005
1.5 mi away
11 units · 10 income-restricted · People with disabilities
South Hills Apts
904 Kasper St, Bellevue, NE 68147
2.2 mi away
72 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Shilling Square Apts
2824 Schilling Plz, Bellevue, NE 68123
3 mi away
42 units · 34 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Tregaron Senior Residences
2309 Greenwald St, Bellevue, NE 68123
3 mi away
143 units · 129 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Chandler Pointe
3002 Kansas Drive, Bellevue, NE 68005
3.1 mi away
200 units · 175 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Pheasant Ridge
11912 Amerado Blvd, Bellevue, NE 68123
3.2 mi away
264 units · 224 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Grenoble Apts
14816 Normandy Blvd, Bellevue, NE 68123
3.5 mi away
48 units · 47 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Crown I
2512 Drexel St, Omaha, NE 68107
4.3 mi away
16 units · 3 BR
- Apply through Omaha Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Strattford Square / Village Gate Apartments
6838-6844 S. 27th Street, Omaha, NE 68107
4.3 mi away
170 units · 2–3 BR
Crown II
2626 Drexel St, Omaha, NE 68107
4.3 mi away
12 units · 3 BR
- Apply through Omaha Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 52 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 68056
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,600/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $64,000/yr
Income limits (2026)
Omaha-Council Bluffs, NE-IA area · median family income $114,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $23,950 | $39,900 | $63,850 |
| 2 | $27,400 | $45,600 | $73,000 |
| 3 | $30,800 | $51,300 | $82,100 |
| 4 | $34,200 | $57,000 | $91,200 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $61,600 | $98,500 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $66,150 | $105,800 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $70,700 | $113,100 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $75,250 | $120,400 |
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 | 68056 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,290 | $1,167 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,350 | $1,219 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,600 | $1,450 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,120 | $1,924 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,400 | $2,179 |
Wider area = Omaha-Council Bluffs, NE-IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,310 (51501) to $1,820 (68113).
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 68056's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 68056Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in St Columbans, NE 68056?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in St Columbans, NE 68056, 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 St Columbans, NE 68056 have openings?
These lists for St Columbans, NE 68056 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 St Columbans, NE 68056?
Use the phone number on each building card in St Columbans, NE 68056. 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 St Columbans, NE 68056?
In St Columbans, NE 68056, 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 68056?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 68056 right now. 123 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 68056?
Yes — this page also lists 123 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near St Columbans, NE 68056 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in St Columbans, NE 68056?
Most income-restricted buildings in St Columbans, NE 68056 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 $39,900, and $57,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($63,850 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 St Columbans, NE 68056?
For many programs in St Columbans, NE 68056, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $39,900 a year for 1 person and $57,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $63,850 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 St Columbans, NE 68056?
There is no single waiting list for St Columbans, NE 68056. 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 St Columbans, NE 68056?
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 St Columbans, NE 68056?
In public housing and most Section 8 in St Columbans, NE 68056, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near St Columbans, NE 68056 is $1,600 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 St Columbans, NE 68056?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in St Columbans, NE 68056. 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 St Columbans, NE 68056?
This page may still list buildings in St Columbans, NE 68056 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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