Indianola, IA Low Income Housing

Indianola, IA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Indianola, IA

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Indianola, 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 Indianola, 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 Indianola, Iowa - Warren County

Studio Apartments $889
One Bedroom Apartments $1,074
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,473
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,499

List of Low Income Housing in or near Indianola, IA

Indianola Park Apartments for Families - Indianola

902 North 14th
Indianola, IA - 50125
(877) 635-6978
Indianola Park is an affordable housing community, with rental assistance provided by the USDA.  Residents pay 30% of the gross monthly household income, and the USDA subsidy pays the balance of the rent.  Water, sewer, and trash are paid by the landlord, and the resident is provided with a utility allowance, or a standard rent deduction, to offset the cost of the electricity.  Additional deductions may be available for dependent care expenses, as well as out-of-pocket medical ex...see full details
Warren County

Warren County Housing Authority - Indianola

1305 E. First Ave #1
Indianola, IA - 50125
(515) 961-1073
Warren County 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 Housi...see full details
Warren County
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Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Indianola, 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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