Viola, IA Low Income Housing

Viola, IA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Viola, IA

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

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

Studio Apartments $699
One Bedroom Apartments $920
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,307
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,567

List of Low Income Housing in or near Viola, IA

Howard Center Group Homes - Sac City

701 S 13th St
Sac City, IA - 50583
712-662-7844
Howard Center Inc. Group Homes is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Howard Center Inc. Group Homes for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Linn County
Listing Location: 10.92 miles from Viola

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Region XII Housing Authority - Carroll

320 East 7th St. Box 663
Carroll, IA - 51401
(712) 792-5560
Region XII Housing Authority 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 due to the overwhelming need for housing assistance. If you are in need of assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority 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: 17.99 miles from Viola


Carrollton Apartments - Carroll

807 East 8th Street
Carroll, IA - 51401
712-792-1185
Carrollton Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Carrollton Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Linn County
Listing Location: 18.56 miles from Viola

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Meadow Wood of Carroll - Carroll

1102 Woodland Drive
Carroll, IA - 51401
(712) 792-9377
Meadow Wood of Carroll oferrs low income units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list. If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below. ...see full details
Linn County
Listing Location: 18.60 miles from Viola


Monterey Point Affordable Public Housing - Carroll

822 Monterey Drive
Carroll, IA - 51401
(712) 792-7800
Affordable Rental Housing Units: 24 Email address: j.joyner@keywaymanagement.com Eligibility Requirement: 62 years of age or older Handicapped/disabled, regardless of age. Amenities: Central air On-site beauty salon Emergency call light system Indoor mailboxes Community room with cable TV Interior and exterior access to units Outdoor picnic area with gazebo 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: 18.69 miles from Viola


Hillside Apartments ~ Denison - Denison

1209 N 26th St
Denison, IA - 51442
712-263-6704
Hillside Apartments ~ Denison is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Hillside Apartments ~ Denison for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Linn County
Listing Location: 20.73 miles from Viola

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Maple River Affordable Public Housing - Ida Grove

1104-1106-1108 W 5th Street
Ida Grove, IA - 51445
(712) 792-7800
Tax Credit Property Income Guidelines Apply Affordable Rental Housing Units: 24 Amenities: Exterior access to units Picnic area with gazebo Basketball court 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: 20.77 miles from Viola


Eventide Senior Housing - Denison

118 South 20th Street
Denison, IA - 51442
(712) 263-6631
Eventide Senior Housing is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Eventide Senior Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Linn County
Listing Location: 21.94 miles from Viola

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Camelot Square - Denison

1011 5th Avenue North
Denison, IA - 51442
712-263-4073
Camelot Square is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Camelot Square for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Linn County
Listing Location: 22.07 miles from Viola

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oakwood Manor Apartments - Denison

311 North 12th Street
Denison, IA - 51442
712-263-5555
Oakwood Manor Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oakwood Manor Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Linn County
Listing Location: 22.07 miles from Viola

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Viola, 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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