Zearing, IA Low Income Housing

Zearing, IA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Zearing, IA

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Zearing, 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 Zearing, 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 Zearing, Iowa - Story County

Studio Apartments $862
One Bedroom Apartments $981
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,394
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,671

List of Low Income Housing in or near Zearing, IA

The Meadows Apartments - Senior Apartments - Nevada

402 5th St
Nevada, IA - 50201
(515) 382-3239
The Meadows Apartments ~ Nevada is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact The Meadows Apartments ~ Nevada for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 12.78 miles from Zearing

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Iowa State Univ Financial Counseling Clinic - Ames

4380 Palmer Suite 1331/1337
Ames, IA - 50011
515-294-8644
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Predatory Lending Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 13.77 miles from Zearing


Cedar Place Apartments - Story City

812 Cedar Street
Story City, IA - 50248
(515)243-8300
Cedar Place Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cedar Place Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 14.96 miles from Zearing

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Viking Village - IA - Story City

910 Fairview Street
Story City, IA - 50248
(515) 733-2137
Tax Credit Property. Affordable rental, income Guidelines Apply, rent based on income. 24 Low Income units. ...see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 14.99 miles from Zearing


Eastwood Apartments - Ames

420 E 7th St
Ames, IA - 50010
712-262-5965
Eastwood Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Eastwood Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 18.05 miles from Zearing

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Keystone Apartments - Ames

3115 Roy Key Avenue
Ames, IA - 50010
(515) 232-2865
Keystone Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Keystone Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 18.15 miles from Zearing

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Regency V Apartments - Ames

3001 Regency Court
Ames, IA - 50010
515-232-8079
Regency V Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Regency V Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 18.28 miles from Zearing

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Stonehaven Apartments - Ames

421 Stonehaven Drive
Ames, IA - 50010
(515) 232-2021
Stonehaven Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Stonehaven Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 19.05 miles from Zearing

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Associates Supported Housing - Marshalltown

208 S 3rd St
Marshalltown, IA - 50158
515-225-4782
Associates Supported Housing is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Associates Supported Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 21.17 miles from Zearing

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Associates Supported Affordable Housing - Marshalltown

208 S. 3rd Street
Marshalltown, IA - 50158
(641) 752-6700
Affordable Rental Housing Units: 10 Email address: j.joyner@keywaymanagement.com This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply....see full details
Story County
Listing Location: 21.20 miles from Zearing


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Zearing, 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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