Cortland, NE Low Income Housing

Cortland, NE Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Cortland, NE

How do I qualify for low income housing in Cortland, 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 Cortland, NE

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Cortland, 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 Cortland, 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 Cortland, Nebraska - Gage County

Studio Apartments $628
One Bedroom Apartments $826
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,005
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,210

List of Low Income Housing in or near Cortland, NE

Fencerock Elderly Housing I - Hickman

100 Fencerock Ct
Hickman, NE - 68372
402-489-2333
Fencerock Elderly Housing I is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Fencerock Elderly Housing I for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Gage County
Listing Location: 9.11 miles from Cortland

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Fencerock Elderly Housing Ii - Hickman

100 Fencerock Ct
Hickman, NE - 68372
402-489-2333
Fencerock Elderly Housing Ii is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Fencerock Elderly Housing Ii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Gage County
Listing Location: 9.11 miles from Cortland

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Housing Authority City of Crete - Crete

1600 Grove Avenue
Crete, NE - 68333
(402) 826-2678
Housing Authority City of Crete 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
Gage County
Listing Location: 15.56 miles from Cortland


Carstens Gardens - Beatrice

1700 Park St
Beatrice, NE - 68310
402-223-2800
Carstens Gardens is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Carstens Gardens for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Gage County
Listing Location: 15.58 miles from Cortland

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Homestead Village - Beatrice

1119 Monroe St
Beatrice, NE - 68310
(402) 228-3344
Homestead Village is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Homestead Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Gage County
Listing Location: 15.77 miles from Cortland

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Mosaic Housing Xvii Beatrice - Beatrice

522 N 8th St
Beatrice, NE - 68310
402-896-3884
Mosaic Housing Xvii Beatrice is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mosaic Housing Xvii Beatrice for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Gage County
Listing Location: 16.29 miles from Cortland

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Parkview Village - Beatrice

1200 S 8 Th St
Beatrice, NE - 68310
(402) 228-3344
Parkview Village is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Parkview Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Gage County
Listing Location: 16.56 miles from Cortland

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Timberidge Townhomes - Beatrice

1300 Scott St
Beatrice, NE - 68310
(402) 477-9300
Timberidge Townhomes is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Timberidge Townhomes for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Gage County
Listing Location: 16.86 miles from Cortland

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Arc Capitol Housing Apartments - Lincoln

5609 S. 49th Street Ste. 5
Lincoln, NE - 68516
(402) 420-2100
Arc Capitol Housing Apartments offers affordable disability housing and has been subsidized by the Housing and Urban Development Division. The complex is conveniently located within easy access of several local shopping and dining venues, and within easy access of state highway 2, perfect for the commuter. Arc Capitol Housing should be contacted directly for a list of amenities and current pricing and availability information.   ...see full details
Gage County
Listing Location: 17.57 miles from Cortland

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Nebraska Housing Developers Association - Lincoln

3883 Normal Blvd
Lincoln, NE - 68506
(402) 435-0315
The Nebraska Housing Developers Association offers a variety of services to meet the needs of their clients in the Lincoln, NE area. They offer technical assistance and training to increase the impact of nonprofit developers and housing partners, and build statewide support for affordable housing through awareness and policy work. Moreover, the Association participates in collaborative housing initiatives that provide Nebraskans with quality, affordable housing choices. The NHDA should be contacted directly for further information on these and other services. ...see full details
Gage County
Listing Location: 19.84 miles from Cortland

Non Profit Apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Cortland, 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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