How many low income apartments are in Marion, IA?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Marion with approximately 525 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Marion?

Tenant-paid rents in Marion's assisted buildings typically range from about $387 to $433 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 Marion?

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 Marion?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Linn County: about $816/mo for one-bedroom and $1,071/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Marion, IA

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Marion with roughly 525 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $387 to $433 per month.

assisted properties

525

subsidized units

$410

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Marion

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Marion

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Chapel Ridge of Marion LIHTC	144	—	—
The Arbor at Lindale Trail LIHTCPB Section 8	70	—	—
Blairs Ferry Senior LIHTCPB Section 8	60	—	—
Hilltop Manor §202 Senior	53	$402	—
Oak Village PB Section 8	46	$387	—
Lynnwood Apts LIHTC	42	—	—
Moundview Manor §202 Senior	39	$394	—
Trinity Pointe §202 Senior	39	$433	—
Scott Meadows LIHTC	32	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Marion (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
The Arbor at Lindale Trail LIHTCPB Section 8	70	—	—
Blairs Ferry Senior LIHTCPB Section 8	60	—	—
Oak Village PB Section 8	46	$387	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Marion

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
Chapel Ridge of Marion LIHTC	144	—	—
Lynnwood Apts LIHTC	42	—	—
Scott Meadows LIHTC	32	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Linn County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Linn County: studio $738, 1-BR $816, 2-BR $1,071, 3-BR $1,490, 4-BR $1,797.

Full FMR table for Linn County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Marion

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.