West Point, IA Low Income Housing

West Point, IA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in West Point, IA

How do I qualify for low income housing in West Point, 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 West Point, IA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in West Point, 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 West Point, 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 West Point, Iowa - Lee County

Studio Apartments $598
One Bedroom Apartments $672
Two Bedroom Apartments $882
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,185

List of Low Income Housing in or near West Point, IA

Fort Madison Park for Seniors - Fort Madison

1125 48th Street
Fort Madison, IA - 52627
(319) 372-9048
62 years of age or older, handicapped/disabled, regardless of age. Tax Credit Property. Affordable rental, income Guidelines Apply, rent based on income. 22 Low Income units. Amenities: Community room with cable TV, exterior access to units, indoor mailboxes, and an outdoor picnic area. ...see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 7.36 miles from West Point


Fort Madison Housing Authority - Fort Madison

1102 48th Street
Fort Madison, IA - 52627
(319) 372-6083
Fort Madison 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 rentals or vouchers and at times these lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists due to the overwhelming need for housing assistance. If you are in need of assistance please call the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about program eligibility requirements, availability of rentals or vouchers , the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 7.39 miles from West Point


Eagle Bluff for Seniors - Fort Madison

2803 Avenue A
Fort Madison, IA - 52627
(319) 376-1311
62 years of age or older, handicapped/disabled, regardless of age. Tax Credit Property. Affordable rental, income Guidelines Apply, rent based on income. 48 Low Income units. Amenities: Central air, on-site beauty salon, library, an emergency call light system, indoor mailboxes, and a community room with cable TV. ...see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 7.67 miles from West Point


Southview - Donnellson

700 Madison Ave
Donnellson, IA - 52625
(319) 627-2626
Southview is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Southview for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 8.21 miles from West Point

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Housing Authority Of County Of Hancock - Dallas City

P.O. Box 472
Dallas City, IL -
(217) 852-3482
Housing Authority Of County Of Hancock is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Housing Authority Of County Of Hancock for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 15.80 miles from West Point

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Westland Manor Apartments - West Burlington

507 Vernon Street
West Burlington, IA - 52655
319-752-4797
Westland Manor Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Westland Manor Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 16.61 miles from West Point

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Black Hawk Village Apartments - Burlington

3420 Mason Rd
Burlington, IA - 52601
(319) 754-7373
Tax Credit Property Income Guidelines Apply ...see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 16.91 miles from West Point


Englewood Village Apartments - Mount Pleasant

101 E Langdon Street
Mount Pleasant, IA - 52641
(877) 635-6166
Tax Credit Property Income Guidelines Apply 24 Low Income Units ...see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 17.56 miles from West Point


Walton Group Home - Burlington

2101 Northern Dr
Burlington, IA - 52601
(319) 754-5007
Walton Group Home is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Walton Group Home for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 17.68 miles from West Point

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Lakeview Apartments - Burlington

2117 Northern Drive
Burlington, IA - 52601
(319) 754-5007
Lakeview Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Lakeview Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lee County
Listing Location: 17.70 miles from West Point

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in West Point, 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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