How many low income apartments are in El Dorado, KS?

HUD administrative data tracks 11 subsidized properties in El Dorado with approximately 622 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in El Dorado?

Tenant-paid rents in El Dorado's assisted buildings typically range from about $231 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 El Dorado?

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 El Dorado?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Butler County: about $849/mo for one-bedroom and $1,099/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in El Dorado, KS

There are 11 subsidized and income-restricted properties in El Dorado with roughly 622 assisted units — including 11 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 6 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $231 to $389 per month.

assisted properties

622

subsidized units

$310

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in El Dorado

Complete directory of subsidized housing in El Dorado

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Gordy Heritage LIHTCPB Section 8	124	—	—
Gordy Heritage, Llc PB Section 8	123	$389	—
Walnut River Apts Phase I LIHTCPB Section 8	76	—	—
Silverwood Apartments PB Section 8	75	$325	—
Quail Ridge PB Section 8	60	$231	—
Walnut River Apts Phase Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Flint Creek LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Lawndale Senior Residences LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—
Sandstone Homes I LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Capper Community Living I PB Section 8	18	$322	—
Capper Community Living Ii PB Section 8	12	$359	—

Section 8 apartments in El Dorado (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
Gordy Heritage LIHTCPB Section 8	124	—	—
Gordy Heritage, Llc PB Section 8	123	$389	—
Walnut River Apts Phase I LIHTCPB Section 8	76	—	—
Silverwood Apartments PB Section 8	75	$325	—
Quail Ridge PB Section 8	60	$231	—
Walnut River Apts Phase Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Flint Creek LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Lawndale Senior Residences LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—
Sandstone Homes I LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Capper Community Living I PB Section 8	18	$322	—
Capper Community Living Ii PB Section 8	12	$359	—

Voucher rent limits: Butler County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Butler County: studio $782, 1-BR $849, 2-BR $1,099, 3-BR $1,444, 4-BR $1,784.

Full FMR table for Butler County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in El Dorado

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.