How many low income apartments are in Lees Summit, MO?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Lees Summit with approximately 789 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Lees Summit?

Tenant-paid rents in Lees Summit's assisted buildings typically range from about $316 to $509 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 Lees Summit?

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 Lees Summit?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Jackson 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 Lees Summit, MO

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Lees Summit with roughly 789 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $316 to $509 per month. Median reported wait: about 40 months.

assisted properties

789

subsidized units

$413

typical rent

40 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Lees Summit

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Lees Summit

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Crossroads of Lee's Summit LIHTC	153	—	—
Sage Crossing Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	152	$412	—
Duncan Estates Public Housing	116	$509	40 mo
John Calvin Manor PB Section 8	99	$385	—
Ashbrooke Townhomes LIHTC	75	—	—
Ashbrooke Apts PB Section 8	74	$316	—
Wilshire Hills LIHTCPB Section 8	66	—	—
Summit Grove Senior Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	54	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Lees Summit (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
Sage Crossing Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	152	$412	—
John Calvin Manor PB Section 8	99	$385	—
Ashbrooke Apts PB Section 8	74	$316	—
Wilshire Hills LIHTCPB Section 8	66	—	—
Summit Grove Senior Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	54	—	—

Public housing developments in Lees Summit

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
Duncan Estates Public Housing	116	$509	40 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Lees Summit

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
Crossroads of Lee's Summit LIHTC	153	—	—
Ashbrooke Townhomes LIHTC	75	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Jackson County Fair Market Rents

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

Full FMR table for Jackson County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Lees Summit

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.