Kansas City, KS Low Income Housing

Kansas City, KS Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Kansas City, KS

How do I qualify for low income housing in Kansas City, KS?
To qualify for low income housing in Kansas, 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 Kansas City, KS

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Kansas City, KS, 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 Kansas City, KS. 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 Kansas City, Kansas - Wyandotte County

Studio Apartments $1,002
One Bedroom Apartments $1,164
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,530
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,777

List of Low Income Housing in or near Kansas City, KS

Kan-do Apartments Public Housing

Kan-do Apartments Public Housing - Kansas City

4615-4617 Mission Rd
Kansas City, KS - 66103
(___) ___-____
Kan-do Apartments is a 14 units Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Kan-do Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Wyandotte County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oakwood Gardens Affordable Apartments

Oakwood Gardens Affordable Apartments - Kansas City

3309 Wood Ave
Kansas City, KS - 66102
(913) 871-5625
Oakwood Gardens is a 51 units Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Housing Vouchers Accepted and most other rental assistance programs. ALL UTILITIES are included with rent. Amenities: Community garden, bike rack, extra storage space, clubhouse, business center, fully renovated onsite laundry, Preinstalled GOOGLE Fiber in all units, assigned permit parking, on site management and maintenance. NO PET...see full details
Wyandotte County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 381
800
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Gas electric water trash
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cross-Lines Retirement Center

Cross-Lines Retirement Center - Kansas City

3030 Powell Avenue
Kansas City, KS - 66106
(913) 789-0855
Crosslines Ret Cntr Ii is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Offers affordable housing for the elderly and disabled. Contact Crosslines Ret Cntr Ii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Wyandotte County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Central Park Towers

Central Park Towers - Kansas City

15 N 10th
Kansas City, KS - 66102
(913) 321-8558
Senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Amenities: Near by Highways, Downtown, Public Transportation. On-site parking  Street Parking Available Contact Sunrise Tower for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Wyandotte County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 30 percent of your income
381
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Water, lights,gas
Water,Light and Gas.
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Turtle Hill Townhomes - Low Income Tax Credit

Turtle Hill Townhomes - Low Income Tax Credit - Kansas City

538 Ann Ave
Kansas City, KS - 66101
(913) 233-2500
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Wyandotte County

City Hall Lofts - Low Income Tax Credit

City Hall Lofts - Low Income Tax Credit - Kansas City

805 N 6th St
Kansas City, KS - 66101
(913) 233-2500
42 Tax Credit Units ...see full details
Wyandotte County

Westgate Apartments - KS

Westgate Apartments - KS - Kansas City

7501 Armstrong Avenue
Kansas City, KS - 66112
(913) 544-2760
Westgate Apartments offers 48 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. Call  (913) 544-2760 for leasing info. *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
Wyandotte County

Kansas City  KS Housing Authority

Kansas City KS Housing Authority - Kansas City

1124 N 9th Street
Kansas City, KS - 66101
(913) 281-3300
Kansas City  KS 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 these rentals or vouchers due to the overwhelming need for housing assistance and at times these lists may close to new applicants based on the s...see full details
Wyandotte County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): I paid 377 + only make 783 a month what should I be paying for HUD
Cost depends on your income. I moved in I paid $360 I got a job I paid $480 I then got married I'm now change
991
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): No you pay your utilities
All utilities included from water to electric to trash all I pay is for internet.
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El Centro, - Kansas City

650 Minnesota Avenue
Kansas City, KS - 66101
913-677-0100-208
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 Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Spanish...see full details
Wyandotte County

Economic Opportunity Foundation - Kansas City

1542 Minnesota Ave
Kansas City, KS - 66102
913-371-7800-226
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Wyandotte County

Waterstone Apartments - Kansas City

1100 County Line Road
Kansas City, KS - 66103
913-262-1166
Included in rent: Gas, Water, Sewer, Trash Pickup....see full details
Wyandotte County

Gateway Plaza West - Kansas City

1430 N. Fourth St.
Kansas City, KS - 66101
913-621-3840
Gateway Plaza West is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Gateway Plaza West for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Wyandotte County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Rosedale Ridge - Kansas City

2101 S Mill St
Kansas City, KS - 66103
913-621-0005
Rosedale Ridge is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Rosedale Ridge for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Wyandotte County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Crossline Towers - Kansas City

1021 N 7th St
Kansas City, KS - 66101
913-342-8611
Crossline Towers is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Crossline Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Wyandotte County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Terrace Pointe - Kansas City

641 S 71st Ter
Kansas City, KS - 66111
913-334-5060
Terrace Pointe is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Terrace Pointe for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Wyandotte County
Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Gas
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Forest Glen Estates - Kansas City

511 N 64th St
Kansas City, KS - 66102
913-299-4300
Forest Glen Estates is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Forest Glen Estates for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Wyandotte County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): Based on income
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): water,trash,sewer,gas
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Powell Apartments - Kansas City

1302-04 S 32nd St
Kansas City, KS - 66106
816-554-8998
Powell Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Powell Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Wyandotte County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Kansas Supportive Housing - Kansas City

1911 North 77th
Kansas City, KS - 66112
651 645-7271
Kansas Supportive Housing is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Kansas Supportive Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Wyandotte County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Mosaic Vii

Mosaic Vii - Kansas City

7701 Leavenworth Rd
Kansas City, KS - 66109
402-896-3884
Mosaic Vii is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mosaic Vii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Wyandotte County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Chelsea Plaza

Chelsea Plaza - Kansas City

566 Freeman Court
Kansas City, KS - 66101
(913)281-1399
Chelsea Plaza is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Chelsea Plaza for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Wyandotte County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Royal Gardens Apartments

Royal Gardens Apartments - Kansas City

3164 North 61st
Kansas City, KS - 66104
(913) 334-4942
Royal Gardens Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Royal Gardens Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Wyandotte County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 500
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): NA
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Silver City Apartments - Kansas City

2206 Birch Dr.
Kansas City, KS - 66106
(913) 709-1811
Silver City Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Silver City Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Wyandotte County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Booth Manor - Kansas City

1331 N. 75th Place
Kansas City, KS - 66112
(913)299-4822
Booth Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Booth Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Wyandotte County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Kansas City, KS

  • 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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