Dedham, IA Low Income Housing

Dedham, IA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Dedham, IA

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Dedham, 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 Dedham, 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 Dedham, Iowa - Carroll County

Studio Apartments $604
One Bedroom Apartments $795
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,064
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,068

List of Low Income Housing in or near Dedham, IA

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
Carroll County
Listing Location: 11.11 miles from Dedham


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
Carroll County
Listing Location: 11.13 miles from Dedham

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
Carroll County
Listing Location: 11.17 miles from Dedham


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
Carroll County
Listing Location: 11.45 miles from Dedham


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Dedham, 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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Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.



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