Colo, IA Low Income Housing

Colo, IA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Colo, IA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Colo, IA?
To qualify for low income housing in Iowa, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Colo, IA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Colo, IA, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Colo, IA. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Colo, Iowa - Story County

Studio Apartments $862
One Bedroom Apartments $981
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,394
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,671

List of Low Income Housing in or near Colo, IA

The Meadows Apartments - Senior Apartments - Nevada

402 5th St
Nevada, IA - 50201
(515) 382-3239
The Meadows Apartments ~ Nevada is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact The Meadows Apartments ~ Nevada for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 7.30 miles from Colo

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Iowa State Univ Financial Counseling Clinic - Ames

4380 Palmer Suite 1331/1337
Ames, IA - 50011
515-294-8644
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Predatory Lending Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 7.86 miles from Colo


Iowa Finance Authority - Des Moines

2015 Grand Ave.
Des Moines, IA - 50312
(515) 725-4900
Iowa Finance Authority provides rental assistance through the management of two programs, The Home and Community Based Service Rent Subsidy Program and The Aftercare Rent Subsidy Program . These programs are temporary assistance programs. The Home and Community Based Service Rent Subsidy Program offers temporary assistance to those residents that are receiving medically necessary services through Medicaid waivers until they become eligible for another public or private rent subsidy. The Aftercare Rent Subsidy Program provides financial assistance for youth who are aging out of the foster care system and are participants in the Aftercare Services Program. If you are in need of these services please contact the Finance Authority directly to obtain more detailed program information about eligibility and application procedures. ...see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 14.55 miles from Colo


Eastwood Apartments - Ames

420 E 7th St
Ames, IA - 50010
712-262-5965
Eastwood Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Eastwood Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 15.05 miles from Colo

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Baxter Park Apartments for Families - Baxter

200 W State St
Baxter, IA - 50028
(877) 225-8979
200 W State St & 206 E Harrison Ct Baxter Apartments is an affordable housing community, with rental assistance provided by the USDA.  Residents pay 30% of the gross monthly household income, and the USDA subsidy pays the balance of the rent.  Water, sewer, and trash are paid by the landlord, and the resident is provided with a utility allowance, or a standard rent deduction, to offset the cost of the electricity.  Additional deductions may be available for dependent care expenses, as well as out-of-pocket medical expenses, based on eligibility. Located in picturesque Baxter, IA, Baxter Park Apartments provides affordable, comfortable living approximately a half-hour from both Ames and Des Moines, Highlighting convenient small town living with easy accessibility to big city events and attractions. With the new addition of a city recreational complex and future plans for expansion, as well as easy access to the 22 mile Chichaqua Valley Recreational Trail, there is plenty of opportunity for outdoor recreation in this thriving community. Most apartments these days have waiting lists. We provide this listing so you can contact them directly at the number provided to see if you can apply and qualify to live here. If you find this listing is no longer low income, or the phone number is incorrect, please contact us using the online form below. No office on site. Showings by appointment only. ...see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 15.46 miles from Colo


Stonehaven Apartments - Ames

421 Stonehaven Drive
Ames, IA - 50010
(515) 232-2021
Stonehaven Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Stonehaven Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 15.81 miles from Colo

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Keystone Apartments - Ames

3115 Roy Key Avenue
Ames, IA - 50010
(515) 232-2865
Keystone Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Keystone Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 16.27 miles from Colo

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Regency V Apartments - Ames

3001 Regency Court
Ames, IA - 50010
515-232-8079
Regency V Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Regency V Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 16.35 miles from Colo

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Park Place Apartments for Families - Huxley

505 E 4th Street,
Huxley, IA - 50124
(888) 234-5201
Park Place Apartments is an affordable housing community, with rental assistance provided by the USDA. Residents pay 30% of the gross monthly household income, and the USDA subsidy pays the balance of the rent. Water, sewer, and trash are paid by the landlord, and the resident is provided with a utility allowance, or a standard rent deduction, to offset the cost of the electricity. Additional deductions may be available for dependent care expenses, as well as out-of-pocket medical expenses, based on eligibility. Located in quaint Huxley, IA, Park Place Apartments provide affordable, comfortable living. A small town with quiet streets and a family atmosphere, Huxley is just an hour north of Des Moines, which offers big-city style shopping, dining, and entertainment. No office on site. Showings by appointment only. Most apartments these days have waiting lists. We provide this listing so you can contact them directly at the number provided to see if you can apply and qualify to live here. If you find this listing is no longer low income, or the phone number is incorrect, please contact us using the online form below. ...see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 16.93 miles from Colo


Cedar Place Apartments - Story City

812 Cedar Street
Story City, IA - 50248
(515)243-8300
Cedar Place Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cedar Place Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 18.42 miles from Colo

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Colo, IA

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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