How many low income apartments are in Leavenworth, KS?

HUD administrative data tracks 14 subsidized properties in Leavenworth with approximately 787 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Leavenworth?

Tenant-paid rents in Leavenworth's assisted buildings typically range from about $176 to $458 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 Leavenworth?

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 Leavenworth?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Leavenworth County: about $1,197/mo for one-bedroom and $1,358/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Leavenworth, KS

There are 14 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Leavenworth with roughly 787 assisted units — including 12 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 10 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $176 to $458 per month. Median reported wait: about 16 months.

assisted properties

787

subsidized units

$317

typical rent

16 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Leavenworth

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Leavenworth

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Woodland Village Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	198	$176	—
Planters Ii Public Housing	105	$354	16 mo
Hillcrest Manor PB Section 8	94	$458	—
Abernathy Lofts LIHTCPB Section 8	54	—	—
Ridge Top Apts LIHTC	49	—	—
Park Hill Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Santa Fe Trail Apartments PB Section 8	48	$335	—
Santa Fe Trail Apts (bond) LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Eisenhower Ridge Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	45	—	—
Shawnee Plaza Residences LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
State Street Lofts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Oaks Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	16	—	—
The Knoll PB Section 8	8	—	—
Vilas Street Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	6	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Leavenworth (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
Woodland Village Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	198	$176	—
Hillcrest Manor PB Section 8	94	$458	—
Abernathy Lofts LIHTCPB Section 8	54	—	—
Park Hill Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Santa Fe Trail Apartments PB Section 8	48	$335	—
Santa Fe Trail Apts (bond) LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Eisenhower Ridge Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	45	—	—
Shawnee Plaza Residences LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
State Street Lofts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Oaks Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	16	—	—
The Knoll PB Section 8	8	—	—
Vilas Street Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	6	—	—

Public housing developments in Leavenworth

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
Planters Ii Public Housing	105	$354	16 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Leavenworth

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
Ridge Top Apts LIHTC	49	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Leavenworth County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Leavenworth County: studio $1,095, 1-BR $1,197, 2-BR $1,358, 3-BR $1,769, 4-BR $2,103.

Full FMR table for Leavenworth County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Leavenworth

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.