Star, ID Low Income Housing

Star, ID Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Star, ID

How do I qualify for low income housing in Star, ID?
To qualify for low income housing in Idaho, 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 Star, ID

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Star, ID, 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 Star, ID. 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 Star, Idaho - Ada County

Studio Apartments $1,059
One Bedroom Apartments $1,310
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,841
Three Bedroom Apartments $2,159

List of Low Income Housing in or near Star, ID

The Courtyards at Ridgecrest - Nampa

6341 Birch Lane
Nampa, ID - 83687
(208) 466-2406
The Courtyards at Ridgecrest offers 95 low income two, three and four bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing 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
Ada County
Listing Location: 5.72 miles from Star


Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority - Middleton

377 East Main Street
Middleton, ID - 83644
(208)585-9325
Southwestern Idaho Cooperative Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for rentals or vouchers and at times these lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists due to the overwhelming need for housing assistance. If you are in need of assistance please call the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about program eligibility requirements, availability of rentals or vouchers , the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Ada County
Listing Location: 6.36 miles from Star


James Court Apartments - Meridian

2190 N Meridian Rd
Meridian, ID - 83642
208-888-3112
James Court Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact James Court Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Ada County
Listing Location: 6.86 miles from Star

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Eagle Senior Village - Eagle

500 Eagle Road
Eagle, ID - 83616
208 939 4412
Eagle Senior Village is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Eagle Senior Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Ada County
Listing Location: 6.89 miles from Star

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Eagle Manor - Eagle

276 E Cedar Ridge St
Eagle, ID - 83616
208-939-0409
Eagle Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Eagle Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Ada County
Listing Location: 7.03 miles from Star

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oakhaven - Nampa

115 Ogden Ave
Nampa, ID - 83651
(208) 343-06438
Oakhaven is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oakhaven for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Ada County
Listing Location: 8.55 miles from Star

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Van Engelen Apartment - Nampa

1307 First Street South
Nampa, ID - 83651
208-465-7832
Monday - Friday 9:00 - 5:00...see full details
Ada County
Listing Location: 8.57 miles from Star


Van Engelen - Nampa

1307 1st St S.
Nampa, ID - 83651
(208) 465-7832
Van Engelen is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Van Engelen for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Ada County
Listing Location: 8.57 miles from Star

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Landmark Towers - Nampa

111 15th Ave S
Nampa, ID - 83651
208-466-1918
Landmark Towers is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Landmark Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Ada County
Listing Location: 8.62 miles from Star

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

The Foothills Apartments - Meridian

2308 E. Franklin Road
Meridian, ID - 83642
(208) 887-1686
The Foothills Apartments offers 53 low income two and three bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing 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
Ada County
Listing Location: 8.70 miles from Star


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Star, ID

  • 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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