How many low income apartments are in Manchester, IA?

HUD administrative data tracks 4 subsidized properties in Manchester with approximately 215 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Manchester?

Tenant-paid rents in Manchester's assisted buildings typically range from about $368 to $368 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 Manchester?

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 Manchester?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Delaware County: about $838/mo for one-bedroom and $919/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Manchester, IA

There are 4 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Manchester with roughly 215 assisted units — including 0 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $368 to $368 per month. Median reported wait: about 26 months.

assisted properties

215

subsidized units

$368

typical rent

26 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Manchester

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Manchester

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Bellevue/miles/sabula Public Housing	163	$368	26 mo
Countryside Village of Manchester LIHTC	24	—	—
Manchester Park Iii LIHTC	20	—	—
Manchester Park Apts Ii LIHTC	8	—	—

Public housing developments in Manchester

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
Bellevue/miles/sabula Public Housing	163	$368	26 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Manchester

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
Countryside Village of Manchester LIHTC	24	—	—
Manchester Park Iii LIHTC	20	—	—
Manchester Park Apts Ii LIHTC	8	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Delaware County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Delaware County: studio $682, 1-BR $838, 2-BR $919, 3-BR $1,102, 4-BR $1,227.

Full FMR table for Delaware County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Manchester

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.