How many low income apartments are in Mcpherson, KS?

HUD administrative data tracks 10 subsidized properties in Mcpherson with approximately 337 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Mcpherson?

Tenant-paid rents in Mcpherson's assisted buildings typically range from about $376 to $418 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 Mcpherson?

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 Mcpherson?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for McPherson County: about $701/mo for one-bedroom and $920/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Mcpherson, KS

There are 10 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Mcpherson with roughly 337 assisted units — including 7 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 8 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $376 to $418 per month.

assisted properties

337

subsidized units

$397

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Mcpherson

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Mcpherson

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Northridge Crossing LIHTCPB Section 8	68	—	—
Northgate Manor PB Section 8	60	$418	—
Park Ridge LIHTCPB Section 8	56	—	—
Prairie Pointe Mcpherson LIHTC	45	—	—
Edinburgh Manor PB Section 8	34	$376	—
Deerfield Senior Residences LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Genesis Homes LIHTCPB Section 8	16	—	—
Northview Village LIHTCPB Section 8	14	—	—
Hickory Heights LIHTC	12	—	—
Chestnut Place LIHTC	8	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Mcpherson (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
Northridge Crossing LIHTCPB Section 8	68	—	—
Northgate Manor PB Section 8	60	$418	—
Park Ridge LIHTCPB Section 8	56	—	—
Edinburgh Manor PB Section 8	34	$376	—
Deerfield Senior Residences LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Genesis Homes LIHTCPB Section 8	16	—	—
Northview Village LIHTCPB Section 8	14	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Mcpherson

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
Prairie Pointe Mcpherson LIHTC	45	—	—
Hickory Heights LIHTC	12	—	—
Chestnut Place LIHTC	8	—	—

Voucher rent limits: McPherson County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for McPherson County: studio $674, 1-BR $701, 2-BR $920, 3-BR $1,176, 4-BR $1,356.

Full FMR table for McPherson County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Mcpherson

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.