How many low income apartments are in Kennett, MO?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Kennett with approximately 526 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Kennett?

Tenant-paid rents in Kennett's assisted buildings typically range from about $275 to $325 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 Kennett?

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 Kennett?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Dunklin 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 Kennett, MO

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Kennett with roughly 526 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 3 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $275 to $325 per month. Median reported wait: about 3 months.

assisted properties

526

subsidized units

$300

typical rent

3 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Kennett

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Kennett

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Kennett Public Housing	110	$322	3 mo
Kennett Public Housing	97	$320	3 mo
Kennett Public Housing	90	$325	3 mo
Kennett Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	75	$275	—
North Towne Villa LIHTCPB Section 8	64	—	—
Cotton Boll Commons LIHTC	39	—	—
Ely-walker Apts LIHTC	27	—	—
Autumn View Apts Phase Ii LIHTC	24	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Kennett (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
Kennett Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	75	$275	—
North Towne Villa LIHTCPB Section 8	64	—	—

Public housing developments in Kennett

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
Kennett Public Housing	110	$322	3 mo
Kennett Public Housing	97	$320	3 mo
Kennett Public Housing	90	$325	3 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Kennett

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
Cotton Boll Commons LIHTC	39	—	—
Ely-walker Apts LIHTC	27	—	—
Autumn View Apts Phase Ii LIHTC	24	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Dunklin County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Dunklin County: studio $660, 1-BR $677, 2-BR $888, 3-BR $1,228, 4-BR $1,416.

Full FMR table for Dunklin County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Kennett

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.