Railroad Street Housing LIHTC Fairfax, IA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD LIHTC 2024
Railroad Street Housing is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) community in Fairfax, IA with 8 units. Rents are set relative to household income.
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occupancy
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avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) |
|---|---|
| Address | 117 Railroad St, Fairfax, IA 52228 Map → |
| Tax-credit (LI) units | 8 |
| Placed in service | 1992 |
How to apply at Railroad Street Housing
LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
- Call or visit the management office at 117 Railroad St, Fairfax; 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.
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Home to Stay LIHTCPB Section 8 | Cedar Rapids | 6 km |
| Westdale Apartments LIHTC | Cedar Rapids | 6.1 km |
| Raintree Apts LIHTCPB Section 8 | Cedar Rapids | 6.1 km |
| Cypress Lofts LIHTC | Cedar Rapids | 6.1 km |
← All subsidized housing in Fairfax
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Railroad Street Housing have?
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC). LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
How much is rent at Railroad Street Housing?
Rents are income-based: expect to pay roughly 30% of adjusted monthly household income under the building's federal program.
How do I apply at Railroad Street Housing?
Contact the management office at 117 Railroad St in Fairfax. 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.