How many low income apartments are in Iola, KS?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Iola with approximately 269 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Iola?

Tenant-paid rents in Iola's assisted buildings typically range from about $381 to $381 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 Iola?

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 Iola?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Allen County: about $727/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 Iola, KS

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Iola with roughly 269 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $381 to $381 per month. Median reported wait: about 4 months.

assisted properties

269

subsidized units

$381

typical rent

4 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Iola

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Iola

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Housing Authority of the City of Iola Public Housing	146	$381	4 mo
Parkford Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
River Valley Homes LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—
River Valley Homes Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	29	—	—
Cedarbrook Estates LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Iola (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
Parkford Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
River Valley Homes LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—
River Valley Homes Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	29	—	—
Cedarbrook Estates LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

Public housing developments in Iola

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
Housing Authority of the City of Iola Public Housing	146	$381	4 mo

Voucher rent limits: Allen County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Allen County: studio $689, 1-BR $727, 2-BR $877, 3-BR $1,216, 4-BR $1,276.

Full FMR table for Allen County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Iola

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.