Preston, IA Low Income Housing

Preston, IA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Preston, IA

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Preston, 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 Preston, 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 Preston, Iowa - Jackson County

Studio Apartments $604
One Bedroom Apartments $795
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,092
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,173

List of Low Income Housing in or near Preston, IA

Ridgeview Place - Bellevue

1509 State Street
Bellevue, IA - 52031
(563) 872-3330
62 years of age or older, handicapped/disabled, regardless of age. Tax Credit Property. Affordable rental, income Guidelines Apply, rent based on income. 16 Low Income units. Amenities: Central air, emergency call light system, a sun room, automatic door openers, community room with cable TV, a gazebo, and covered mailboxes.  ...see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 14.09 miles from Preston


River Village Ii - Maquoketa

401 N. Arcade Street
Maquoketa, IA - 52060
563-652-5898
River Village Ii is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact River Village Ii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 14.35 miles from Preston

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

River Village - Maquoketa

402 N Arcade St
Maquoketa, IA - 52060
563-652-5898
River Village is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact River Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 14.36 miles from Preston

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Maquoketa Park Apartments - Maquoketa

1002 German St
Maquoketa, IA - 52060
(515)243-8300
Maquoketa Park Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Maquoketa Park Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 14.51 miles from Preston

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

East Maquoketa Park Apartments - Maquoketa

1016 German St
Maquoketa, IA -
(515)243-8300
East Maquoketa Park Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact East Maquoketa Park Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 14.52 miles from Preston

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Whitetail Run - Maquoketa

801 Myatt Drive
Maquoketa, IA - 52060
(563) 652-2558
Tax Credit Property Income Guidelines Apply 24 Low Income Units ...see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 14.79 miles from Preston


Skyline Group Homes - Clinton

272 36th Avenue North
Clinton, IA - 52732
563-243-4065
Skyline Group Homes is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Skyline Group Homes for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 15.97 miles from Preston

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Countryside of Clinton - Clinton

1130 N 11th Street
Clinton, IA - 52732
(563) 243-0727
Countryside of Clinton offers 31 low income one and two bedroom units for Seniors. 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
Jackson County
Listing Location: 16.49 miles from Preston


Lyons Manor - Clinton

318 Main Avenue
Clinton, IA - 52732
563-242-5308
Lyons Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Lyons Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 16.50 miles from Preston

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

United Manor - Dewitt

707 14th St.
Dewitt, IA - 52742
641-435-4788
United Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact United Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 17.09 miles from Preston

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Preston, 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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