Amherst, NE Low Income Housing

Amherst, NE Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Amherst, NE

How do I qualify for low income housing in Amherst, NE?
To qualify for low income housing in Nebraska, 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 Amherst, NE

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Amherst, NE, 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 Amherst, NE. 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 Amherst, Nebraska - Buffalo County

Studio Apartments $712
One Bedroom Apartments $929
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,260
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,582

List of Low Income Housing in or near Amherst, NE

Platte Valley Apartments - Kearney

2007 W 38th St
Kearney, NE - 68847
712-258-3251
Platte Valley Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Platte Valley Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Buffalo County
Listing Location: 12.06 miles from Amherst

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Kearney Plaza Townhomes - Kearney

65 Villa Dr
Kearney, NE - 68847
308-233-9080
Kearney Plaza Townhomes is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Kearney Plaza Townhomes for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Buffalo County
Listing Location: 12.61 miles from Amherst

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Autumn Village - Kearney

1712 East 39th Street
Kearney, NE - 68847
308-234-3000
Autumn Village is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Autumn Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Buffalo County
Listing Location: 13.92 miles from Amherst

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Emerson Place Apartments - Kearney

600 E 23rd St
Kearney, NE - 68847
(712) 328-2222
Emerson Place Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Emerson Place Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Buffalo County
Listing Location: 14.05 miles from Amherst

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cimarron Court - Kearney

1011 6th Ave
Kearney, NE - 68845
308-234-2190
Cimarron Court is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cimarron Court for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Buffalo County
Listing Location: 14.16 miles from Amherst

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Centennial Park Apartments - Kearney

1000 4th Ave
Kearney, NE - 68847
(308) 236-6617
Centennial Park Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Centennial Park Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Buffalo County
Listing Location: 14.24 miles from Amherst

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Community Affordable Housing - Kearney

16 W 11TH St
Kearney, NE - 68847
(308)865-5675
TO PROVIDE LOW TO MODERATE INCOME HOUSING...see full details
Buffalo County
Listing Location: 14.39 miles from Amherst

Non Profit Apartment

St. Luke's Countryside Villa - Kearney

2300 E 32nd Place
Kearney, NE - 68847
(308) 236-9395
St. Luke's Countryside Villa is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Rent based on 30% of adjusted income, for low Income households. Total Units: 22 Eligibility: 62 and older or Households with a person with a disability. Features and Amenities: 24/7 Availability Emergency Maintenance on Call Air Conditioner Appliances Carpet Community Room Elevator Garbage Disposal Laundry Library Off Street Parking Lot Planned Activities Smoke Free Storage Units Utilities Included Vinyl Yard Dogs Allowed Cats Allowed Contact St. Luke's Countryside Villa for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Buffalo County
Listing Location: 14.60 miles from Amherst

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Prairie View - Kearney

301 E 8th St
Kearney, NE - 68847
(308) 234-4916
Prairie View is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Prairie View for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Buffalo County
Listing Location: 14.70 miles from Amherst

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Litchfield Manor - Litchfield

Main And Campbell St
Litchfield, NE - 68852
(308) 446-2402
Litchfield Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Litchfield Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Buffalo County
Listing Location: 23.00 miles from Amherst

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Amherst, NE

  • 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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