How many low income apartments are in Johnston, IA?

HUD administrative data tracks 7 subsidized properties in Johnston with approximately 481 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Johnston?

Tenant-paid rents in Johnston's assisted buildings typically range from about $406 to $406 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 Johnston?

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 Johnston?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Polk County: about $1,109/mo for one-bedroom and $1,318/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Johnston, IA

There are 7 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Johnston with roughly 481 assisted units — including 3 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 $406 to $406 per month.

assisted properties

481

subsidized units

$406

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Johnston

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Johnston

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Chapelridge at Johnston LIHTC	177	—	—
Cornerstone Commons LIHTCPB Section 8	62	—	—
Ahepa 192 Apts. PB Section 8	60	$406	—
59th Avenue Senior Lofts LIHTC	51	—	—
Johnston Crossing LIHTC	50	—	—
Johnston Crossing Ii LIHTC	50	—	—
Cottages at Johnston Commons LIHTCPB Section 8	31	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Johnston (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 Commons LIHTCPB Section 8	62	—	—
Ahepa 192 Apts. PB Section 8	60	$406	—
Cottages at Johnston Commons LIHTCPB Section 8	31	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Johnston

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
Chapelridge at Johnston LIHTC	177	—	—
59th Avenue Senior Lofts LIHTC	51	—	—
Johnston Crossing LIHTC	50	—	—
Johnston Crossing Ii LIHTC	50	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Polk County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Polk County: studio $1,063, 1-BR $1,109, 2-BR $1,318, 3-BR $1,794, 4-BR $1,841.

Full FMR table for Polk County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Johnston

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.