Western Plains Village PB Section 8 Smith Center, KS
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Western Plains Village is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Smith Center, KS with 48 units reporting 65% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $334/month on average.
48
total units
65%
occupancy
$334
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 501 W 3rd St, Smith Center, KS 66967 Map → |
| Average household income | $14,403/yr |
| Average personal income | $12,483/yr |
| People per unit | 1.2 |
| Households below 30% AMI | 77% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 85% |
How to apply at Western Plains Village
Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
- Call or visit the management office at 501 W 3rd St, Smith Center; 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 (~$334/mo average here).
Other subsidized housing in Smith Center
- Centerview Place LIHTCPB Section 8
- Heritage Townhomes of Smith Center LIHTCPB Section 8
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Western Plains Village have?
Project-Based Section 8. Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
How much is rent at Western Plains Village?
Residents report average rents near $334/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 Western Plains Village?
Contact the management office at 501 W 3rd St in Smith Center. 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.