Ks040-01 Public Housing Fort Scott, KS
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Ks040-01 is a Public Housing community in Fort Scott, KS with 188 units reporting 96% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $408/month on average. The property reported a typical wait of roughly 3 months.
188
total units
96%
occupancy
$408
avg resident rent
3 mo
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 315 Scott Ave, Fort Scott, KS 66701 Map → |
| Average household income | $19,890/yr |
| Average personal income | $12,457/yr |
| People per unit | 1.6 |
| Moved in within last year | 17% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 63% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 91% |
| One-bedroom share | 69% |
How to apply at Ks040-01
Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
- Call or visit the management office at 315 Scott Ave, Fort Scott; ask if the waitlist is open and request an application.
- Gather ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of all income. Applications are always free.
- Claim eligible preferences (homelessness, veteran, local residency) with documentation.
- Respond fast to interview letters; verify rent expectations against your budget (~$408/mo average here).
Other subsidized housing in Fort Scott
- Ironquill Estates PB Section 8
- The Highlands Apts LIHTCPB Section 8
- Cavalry Crossing LIHTCPB Section 8
- Western Senior Living LIHTC
- Union Lofts LIHTCPB Section 8
← All subsidized housing in Fort Scott
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Ks040-01 have?
Public Housing. Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
How much is rent at Ks040-01?
Residents report average rents near $408/month in HUD administrative data. Under most federal programs you pay roughly 30% of adjusted income — your actual amount depends on household income and unit size.
How do I apply at Ks040-01?
Contact the management office at 315 Scott Ave in Fort Scott. Ask whether the waitlist is open, request an application, and claim any preferences you qualify for. There is never a fee to apply for HUD-subsidized housing.