How many low income apartments are in Dexter, MO?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Dexter with approximately 387 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Dexter?

Tenant-paid rents in Dexter's assisted buildings typically range from about $293 to $389 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 Dexter?

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 Dexter?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Stoddard County: about $677/mo for one-bedroom and $888/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Dexter, MO

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Dexter with roughly 387 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $293 to $389 per month. Median reported wait: about 7 months.

assisted properties

387

subsidized units

$341

typical rent

7 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Dexter

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Dexter

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Dexter Public Housing	136	$389	7 mo
Dexter Apartments PB Section 8	50	$293	—
Dexter Apts Iii LIHTC	50	—	—
Crossroads Court PB Section 8	39	$351	—
Dexter Associates Ii PB Section 8	28	$312	—
Dexter Ii Apts LIHTC	28	—	—
Dexter Senior Apts LIHTC	24	—	—
Grants Apts LIHTC	16	—	—
Hickory Villa Ii LIHTC	16	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Dexter (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
Dexter Apartments PB Section 8	50	$293	—
Crossroads Court PB Section 8	39	$351	—
Dexter Associates Ii PB Section 8	28	$312	—

Public housing developments in Dexter

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
Dexter Public Housing	136	$389	7 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Dexter

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Dexter Apts Iii LIHTC	50	—	—
Dexter Ii Apts LIHTC	28	—	—
Dexter Senior Apts LIHTC	24	—	—
Grants Apts LIHTC	16	—	—
Hickory Villa Ii LIHTC	16	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Stoddard County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Stoddard County: studio $660, 1-BR $677, 2-BR $888, 3-BR $1,183, 4-BR $1,247.

Full FMR table for Stoddard County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Dexter

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.