Leonard, MO Low Income Housing

Leonard, MO Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Leonard, MO

How do I qualify for low income housing in Leonard, MO?
To qualify for low income housing in Missouri, 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 Leonard, MO

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Leonard, MO, 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 Leonard, MO. 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 Leonard, Missouri - Shelby County

Studio Apartments $567
One Bedroom Apartments $746
Two Bedroom Apartments $913
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,217

List of Low Income Housing in or near Leonard, MO

Shelbina Apartments I & II - Shelbina

605 N Center Street
Shelbina, MO - 63468
(573) 588-7580
Shelbina Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Shelbina Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Shelby County
Listing Location: 15.33 miles from Leonard

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

East College Affordable/ Public Housing - Shelbina

207 S 6th Street
Shelbina, MO - 63468
(573) 588-7580
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing Number of Units: 16 Floor plans: 1 bedroom Property email address: marshall@macocompanies.com Features and Amenities: Baseboard Heat Family Apartments Fire Stops Laundry Room On-Site Manager Parking Porch Range/Hood Refrigerator Single Story Smoke Alarms This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
Shelby County
Listing Location: 16.10 miles from Leonard


Weatherby Ridge Affordable Housing for Seniors - Macon

809 East Briggs Drive
Macon, MO - 63552
(660) 527-6109
Affordable 55+ apartment community offering 1 & 2 bedroom apartment homes with trash included. Apartment comes with full kitchen, ceiling fans, in-unit washer and dryer and access to furnished community room with fitness and business centers. This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
Shelby County
Listing Location: 17.92 miles from Leonard


Kirksville Gardens - Kirksville

1501 South Jamison
Kirksville, MO - 63501
(660) 656-4773
Office Hours: Mon-Th 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Amenities: Full Kitchen with Energy Efficient Appliances Ceiling Fans Washer and Dryer Hook-ups Furnished Community Room Picnic Pavilion Playground On-site Laundry Facilities 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance 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
Shelby County
Listing Location: 28.28 miles from Leonard


Kirksville Heights Apartments - Kirksville

2400 S Baltimore
Kirksville, MO - 63501
660-665-0088
Kirksville Heights Apartments is a Elderly low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Kirksville Heights Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Shelby County
Listing Location: 28.43 miles from Leonard

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Kirksville Housing Authority - Kirksville

1000 Valley Forge Drive
Kirksville, MO - 63501
(660) 665-8539
Kirksville 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 the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Shelby County
Listing Location: 29.72 miles from Leonard


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Leonard, MO

  • 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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