How many low income apartments are in Garnett, KS?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Garnett with approximately 99 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Garnett?

Tenant-paid rents in Garnett's assisted buildings typically range from about $377 to $434 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 Garnett?

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 Garnett?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Anderson County: about $668/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 Garnett, KS

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Garnett with roughly 99 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $377 to $434 per month.

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Map of subsidized housing in Garnett

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Garnett

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
1 Parkside Place PB Section 8	32	$377	—
2 Parkside Place PB Section 8	32	$434	—
Willow Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Tri-ko Housing PB Section 8	7	—	—
Heritage Oak Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	4	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Garnett (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
1 Parkside Place PB Section 8	32	$377	—
2 Parkside Place PB Section 8	32	$434	—
Willow Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Tri-ko Housing PB Section 8	7	—	—
Heritage Oak Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	4	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Anderson County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Anderson County: studio $643, 1-BR $668, 2-BR $877, 3-BR $1,146, 4-BR $1,471.

Full FMR table for Anderson County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Garnett

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.