Ely, IA Low Income Housing

Ely, IA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Ely, IA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Ely, 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 Ely, IA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Ely, 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 Ely, 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 Ely, Iowa - Linn County

Studio Apartments $638
One Bedroom Apartments $716
Two Bedroom Apartments $941
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,326

List of Low Income Housing in or near Ely, IA

Affordable Housing Network - Cedar Rapids

5400 Kirkwood Blvd Sw
Cedar Rapids, IA - 52404
(877)829-5500
THIS CORPORATION IS FORMED FOR THE PUPOSE OF ACQUIRING, DEVELOPING & MANAGING CLEAN, AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR THE POOR, DISTRESSED AND UNDERPRIVILEGED RESIDENTS OF SUCH COMMUNITIES, WHICH HOUSING FACILITIES SHALL BE OPERATED BY THE CORPORATION AT ALL TIMES TO ENSURE THAT: AT LEAST SEVENTY FIVE PERCENT OF THE UNITS OF SUCH HOUSING ARE OCCUPIED BY RESIDENTS THAT QUALIFY AS "LOW-INCOME FAMIIES" AND EITHER AT LEAST TWENTY PERCENT OF THE UNITS OF SUCH HOUSING ARE OCCUPIED BY RESIDENTS THAT ALSO...see full details
Linn County
Listing Location: 5.04 miles from Ely

Non Profit Apartment

Hawthorne Hills Apartments - Cedar Rapids

2263 C St Sw
Cedar Rapids, IA - 52404
(319) 365-1497
Hawthorne Hills Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Hawthorne Hills Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Linn County
Listing Location: 6.70 miles from Ely

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Midamerica Housing Partnership - Cedar Rapids

3351 Square D Drive Sw
Cedar Rapids, IA - 52404
(319)365-6247
MidAmerica Housing Partnership Is A Private Non-Profit, Housing Development Organization With A Mission To Build, Preserve, And Enhance Affordable Housing. Founded In 1992, MAHP Has Grown From A Budding Non-Profit In Cedar Rapids To A Full Service Development, Construction, And Property Management Corporation. Serving An Expanding Radius Of Eleven Urban And Rural Communities, MAHP Creates And Provides Housing For Families, The Elderly, And Disabled As A Way Of Underpinning Economic Development Throughout Iowa. MAHP Developed 503 Rental Units, Including 93 Elderly And 18 Disabled Units, Manages 409 Units. As Of October 27, 2005 MAHP Housed 346 Families Consisting Of 846 Individuals Including 424 Children. The Average Household Income Was $12,614, Slightly Up From $12,268 In 2004. According To The 2000 Census, 12,371 Households Or Nearly One Out Of Every Four Households In Cedar Rapids (Including 4,229 Families) Have Incomes Of Less Than $25,000 A Year. 5,513 Of These Households Pay Too Much For Rent (30% Or More Of Their Gross Income). The Census Also Shows That 8,843 People In Cedar Rapids Live In Poverty, Including 2,523 Children Between The Ages Of Five And Eighteen. Based On These Numbers, MidAmerica Housing Partnership Conservatively Estimates That 3,709 Low-Income Households In Cedar Rapids Are Severely Cost-Burdened, Threatened With Homelessness, And/Or Living In Sub-Standard Housing....see full details
Linn County
Listing Location: 6.80 miles from Ely

Non Profit Apartment

Robert E. Schorg Teamster Manor - Cedar Rapids

2219 C Street Sw
Cedar Rapids, IA - 52404
(319) 366-7411
Robert E. Schorg Teamster Manor is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Robert E. Schorg Teamster Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Linn County
Listing Location: 6.82 miles from Ely

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Five Seasons Senior Housing - Cedar Rapids

1225 42nd St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA - 52403
(319) 399-1550
Five Seasons Senior Housing is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Five Seasons Senior Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Linn County
Listing Location: 7.09 miles from Ely

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

The Meadows Apartments ~ Cedar Rapids - Cedar Rapids

1030 Memorial Dr Se
Cedar Rapids, IA - 52403
(319) 365-8444
The Meadows Apartments ~ Cedar Rapids is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact The Meadows Apartments ~ Cedar Rapids for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Linn County
Listing Location: 7.37 miles from Ely

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oak Hill Manor - Cedar Rapids

1301 15th St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA - 52401
(515)243-8300
Oak Hill Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oak Hill Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Linn County
Listing Location: 7.62 miles from Ely

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oak Park Village - Cedar Rapids

1213 16th St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA - 52401
(319) 362-7759
Oak Park Village is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oak Park Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Linn County
Listing Location: 7.63 miles from Ely

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Irving Point Affordable Public Housing - Cedar Rapids

910 7th Street SE
Cedar Rapids, IA - 52401
(319) 294-5007
Financial subsidies for rent, utilities, and support services are available to those who qualify. Affordable Rental Housing Units: 55 Email address: irvingpoint@keywaymanagement.com Eligibility Requirement: Individuals 65 years and older. Amenities: 24 hour in house emergency responses system Recreational and social activities Community rooms Computer lab Library and laundry on each floor This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
Linn County
Listing Location: 7.91 miles from Ely


Cedar Rapids Housing Services Division - Cedar Rapids

1211 6th Street SW
Cedar Rapids, IA - 52404
(319) 286-5872
Cedar Rapids Housing Services Division provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be a waiting list for vouchers and at times the list may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the list. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Cedar Rapids Housing Services Division directly to obtain more information about program eligibility requirements, availability of assistance, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Linn County
Listing Location: 7.91 miles from Ely


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Ely, 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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