Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Wood River, NE 68883
2 affordable buildings in 68883 · 23 more within 13 mi
Wood River, NE 68883 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit and 1 public housing. 23 more are listed within 13 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 68883
Overland Trails Oasis
1413 Main St Apt 111, Wood River, NE 68883
19 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Wood River Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No buildings in 68883 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 23 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Shelton Pioneer Apts
306 C St, Shelton, NE 68876
8.7 mi away
19 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Shelton Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Riverbend Apts Phase II
106 Lakeview Cir, Grand Island, NE 68803
11.4 mi away
96 units · 81 income-restricted
Riverbend Apts Phase I
102 Lakeview Cir, Grand Island, NE 68803
11.4 mi away
160 units · 128 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Southlawn Apts II
1830 Ada St, Grand Island, NE 68803
12.3 mi away
16 units · 7 income-restricted · 2 BR
Orleans, Western, Stolley, Scatt Sites
3021 W North Front St, Grand Island, NE 68803
12.6 mi away
111 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Hall County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Island Terrace
911 Baumann Dr, Grand Island, NE 68803
13.4 mi away
3 units
- Apply through Hall County Housing Authority
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 68883
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,180/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $47,200/yr
- Renters in 68883 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 34%
Income limits (2026)
Hall County, NE area · median family income $89,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $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 | 68883 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $880 | $902 |
| 1 bedroom | $950 | $972 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,180 | $1,210 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,470 | $1,505 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,860 | $1,928 |
Wider area = Hall County, NE. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,180 (68810) to $1,220 (68803).
Census figures for 68883 (2020–2024 average): median rent $861. Median household income $90,966. 15% of homes are rented. 34% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 18% 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 68883's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 68883Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Wood River, NE 68883?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Wood River, NE 68883, 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 Wood River, NE 68883 have openings?
These lists for Wood River, NE 68883 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 Wood River, NE 68883?
Use the phone number on each building card in Wood River, NE 68883. 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 Wood River, NE 68883?
In Wood River, NE 68883, 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 68883?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Wood River, NE 68883. 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 68883?
Yes — this page also lists 23 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Wood River, NE 68883 (within about 13 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Wood River, NE 68883?
Most income-restricted buildings in Wood River, NE 68883 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 Wood River, NE 68883?
For many programs in Wood River, NE 68883, 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 Wood River, NE 68883?
There is no single waiting list for Wood River, NE 68883. 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 Wood River, NE 68883?
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, tax-credit apartments in Wood River, NE 68883. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Wood River, NE 68883?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Wood River, NE 68883, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Wood River, NE 68883 is $1,180 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 Wood River, NE 68883?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Wood River, NE 68883. 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 Wood River, NE 68883?
This page may still list buildings in Wood River, NE 68883 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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