How many low income apartments are in Chanute, KS?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Chanute with approximately 295 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Chanute?

Tenant-paid rents in Chanute's assisted buildings typically range from about $229 to $337 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Chanute?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Chanute?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Neosho County: about $691/mo for one-bedroom and $877/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Chanute, KS

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Chanute with roughly 295 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $229 to $337 per month. Median reported wait: about 8 months.

assisted properties

295

subsidized units

$283

typical rent

8 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Chanute

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Chanute

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Osage Village & General Occupancy Public Housing	137	$326	8 mo
Cornerstone of Chanute LIHTCPB Section 8	42	—	—
Safari West, Inc. PB Section 8	36	$229	—
Chanute Plaza Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Murray Hill Senior Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Safari West Ii PB Section 8	24	$337	—

Section 8 apartments in Chanute (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Cornerstone of Chanute LIHTCPB Section 8	42	—	—
Safari West, Inc. PB Section 8	36	$229	—
Chanute Plaza Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Murray Hill Senior Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Safari West Ii PB Section 8	24	$337	—

Public housing developments in Chanute

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Osage Village & General Occupancy Public Housing	137	$326	8 mo

Voucher rent limits: Neosho County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Neosho County: studio $687, 1-BR $691, 2-BR $877, 3-BR $1,125, 4-BR $1,349.

Full FMR table for Neosho County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Chanute

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.