How many low income apartments are in Marshalltown, IA?

HUD administrative data tracks 13 subsidized properties in Marshalltown with approximately 476 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Marshalltown?

Tenant-paid rents in Marshalltown's assisted buildings typically range from about $320 to $400 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 Marshalltown?

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 Marshalltown?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Marshall County: about $731/mo for one-bedroom and $959/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Marshalltown, IA

There are 13 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Marshalltown with roughly 476 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 9 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $320 to $400 per month.

assisted properties

476

subsidized units

$360

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Marshalltown

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Marshalltown

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Edgebrook Park PB Section 8	70	$381	—
Odd Fellow Apartments PB Section 8	65	$390	—
Marshalltown Lofts LIHTC	50	—	—
The Tallcorn LIHTCPB Section 8	49	—	—
Crestview of Marshalltown LIHTC	40	—	—
Westown Apts LIHTC	36	—	—
Hillcrest Apts LIHTC	32	—	—
Marshalltown Sundance Apts LIHTC	32	—	—
Marshalltown Senior Residences LIHTCPB Section 8	28	—	—
River Oaks LIHTC	28	—	—
River Birch Eto LIHTC	20	—	—
Marshall Cmi Housing §811	16	$320	—
Associates Supported Housing §811	10	$400	—

Section 8 apartments in Marshalltown (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
Edgebrook Park PB Section 8	70	$381	—
Odd Fellow Apartments PB Section 8	65	$390	—
The Tallcorn LIHTCPB Section 8	49	—	—
Marshalltown Senior Residences LIHTCPB Section 8	28	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Marshalltown

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
Marshalltown Lofts LIHTC	50	—	—
Crestview of Marshalltown LIHTC	40	—	—
Westown Apts LIHTC	36	—	—
Hillcrest Apts LIHTC	32	—	—
Marshalltown Sundance Apts LIHTC	32	—	—
River Oaks LIHTC	28	—	—
River Birch Eto LIHTC	20	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Marshall County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Marshall County: studio $712, 1-BR $731, 2-BR $959, 3-BR $1,265, 4-BR $1,270.

Full FMR table for Marshall County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Marshalltown

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.