How many low income apartments are in North Newton, KS?

HUD administrative data tracks 3 subsidized properties in North Newton with approximately 167 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in North Newton?

Tenant-paid rents in North Newton's assisted buildings typically range from about $361 to $409 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 North Newton?

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 North Newton?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Harvey County: about $849/mo for one-bedroom and $1,099/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in North Newton, KS

There are 3 subsidized and income-restricted properties in North Newton with roughly 167 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 0 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $361 to $409 per month. Median reported wait: about 4 months.

assisted properties

167

subsidized units

$385

typical rent

4 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in North Newton

Complete directory of subsidized housing in North Newton

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Wheatland Homes Public Housing	62	$373	4 mo
Kidron Inc. PB Section 8	55	$409	—
Hickory Homes PB Section 8	50	$361	—

Section 8 apartments in North Newton (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
Kidron Inc. PB Section 8	55	$409	—
Hickory Homes PB Section 8	50	$361	—

Public housing developments in North Newton

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
Wheatland Homes Public Housing	62	$373	4 mo

Voucher rent limits: Harvey County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Harvey County: studio $782, 1-BR $849, 2-BR $1,099, 3-BR $1,444, 4-BR $1,784.

Full FMR table for Harvey County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in North Newton

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.