Hills, IA Low Income Housing

Hills, IA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Hills, IA

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Hills, 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 Hills, 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 Hills, Iowa - Johnson County

Studio Apartments $783
One Bedroom Apartments $902
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,082
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,525

List of Low Income Housing in or near Hills, IA

Systems Unlimited Group Homes - Iowa City

939 941 Pepper Drive
Iowa City, IA - 52240
(319) 338-9212
Systems Unlimited Group Homes is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Systems Unlimited Group Homes for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Johnson County
Listing Location: 5.63 miles from Hills

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Birch House - Iowa City

745 Pepper Dr
Iowa City, IA - 52240
(319) 341-9849
Birch House is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Birch House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Johnson County
Listing Location: 5.65 miles from Hills

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Villa Garden Affordable Public Housing - Iowa City

861-1053 Cross Park Avenue
Iowa City, IA - 52240
(319) 337-4446
Affordable Rental Housing Units: 48 Email address: j.joyner@keywaymanagement.com Amenities: Central air, and both interior and exterior access to units, gazebo, playground area, washer/dryer hook-ups. This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply....see full details
Johnson County
Listing Location: 5.88 miles from Hills


Emerson Point Affordable Public Housing - Iowa City

1355 Shannon Drive
Iowa City, IA - 52246
(319) 466-0200
Affordable Rental Housing Units: 54 Email address: victoria@burnshousing.com Eligibility Requirement: Affordable assisted living housing option for persons age 65 and older. Amenities: Noon and evening meals; On-site hair salon; Diverse activities program; Assistance with daily needs. This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply....see full details
Johnson County
Listing Location: 6.80 miles from Hills


Concord Terrace Affordable Public Housing - Iowa City

1259 Shannon Drive
Iowa City, IA - 52246
(319) 887-1010
Affordable Rental Housing Units: 30 Email address: victoria@burnshousing.com Amenities: Community room with cable TV, central air, garbage disposals, on-site library, interior access to apartments, washer/dryer hook-ups in units, indoor mailboxes, a small fitness room, limited access entry doors, and storage units, Picnic area with gazebo and patio seating. This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
Johnson County
Listing Location: 6.88 miles from Hills


Lexington Place - Iowa City

1229 Shannon Dr
Iowa City, IA - 52246
(319) 887-1010
Tax Credit Property. Affordable rental, income Guidelines Apply, rent based on income. 30 Low Income units. Amenities: Community room with cable TV, central air, garbage disposals, on-site library, interior access to apartments, washer/dryer hook-ups in units, indoor mailboxes, emergency call light system, a fitness room, secure entry doors, and storage units. ...see full details
Johnson County
Listing Location: 6.90 miles from Hills


Autumn Park Apartments ~ Iowa City - Iowa City

913 Willow St
Iowa City, IA - 52245
319-3377176
Autumn Park Apartments ~ Iowa City is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Autumn Park Apartments ~ Iowa City for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Johnson County
Listing Location: 7.07 miles from Hills

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Capitol House Low Income Apartments for Seniors - Iowa City

320 South Dubuque Street
Iowa City, IA - 52240
(319) 338-2127
Capitol House Apartments is  a 6 story high rise 81 unit affordable housing community for low income seniors subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). CHA is a nonprofit organization contracted with HUD as a Section 8 Housing Project.  They house people that are 62 years and older with a low income and people with a disability. Rent is calculated at 30% of one's gross adjusted income. The gross part is the money coming in every month and the adjusted part is the out of pocket money spent on medical costs not covered by health insurance. The 30% is calculated by subtracting out of pocket medical from  gross income. Amenities: Water and electricity are included in the rent All apartments are 510 square feet with one bedroom, one bath, and a combination kitchenette and living room There is a laundry room on every floor There is a community room and a mail room on the main floor Management has an on site office on first floor off the main lobby Contact Capitol House Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Johnson County
Listing Location: 7.11 miles from Hills

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Citizen Building - Iowa City

319 E. Washington Street
Iowa City, IA - 52240
(319) 339-9442
Tax Credit Property. Affordable rental, income Guidelines Apply, rent based on income. 18 Low Income units. ...see full details
Johnson County
Listing Location: 7.29 miles from Hills


East Side Village Low Rent Housing - Lone Tree - Lone Tree

401 E Linn St
Lone Tree, IA - 52755
(319) 629-4689
East Side Village provides Low Rent Housing. These rentals are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set buy HUD. There may be waiting lists for these rentals due to the overwhelming need for affordable housing and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and the length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of Low Rent Housing please contact their office directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Johnson County
Listing Location: 7.32 miles from Hills


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Hills, 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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