How many low income apartments are in Republic, MO?

HUD administrative data tracks 7 subsidized properties in Republic with approximately 202 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Republic?

Tenant-paid rents in Republic's assisted buildings typically range from about $390 to $390 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 Republic?

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 Republic?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Greene County: about $883/mo for one-bedroom and $1,095/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Republic, MO

There are 7 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Republic with roughly 202 assisted units — including 1 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 6 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $390 to $390 per month. Median reported wait: about 7 months.

assisted properties

202

subsidized units

$390

typical rent

7 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Republic

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Republic

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Public Elderly Hsg Public Housing	55	$390	7 mo
Oakwood Place LIHTCPB Section 8	47	—	—
Spring Hill Apts LIHTC	36	—	—
Republic Apts Iii LIHTC	24	—	—
Boston Heights Apts LIHTC	16	—	—
Century Place LIHTC	12	—	—
Republic Heights Apts LIHTC	12	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Republic (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
Oakwood Place LIHTCPB Section 8	47	—	—

Public housing developments in Republic

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
Public Elderly Hsg Public Housing	55	$390	7 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Republic

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
Spring Hill Apts LIHTC	36	—	—
Republic Apts Iii LIHTC	24	—	—
Boston Heights Apts LIHTC	16	—	—
Century Place LIHTC	12	—	—
Republic Heights Apts LIHTC	12	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Greene County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Greene County: studio $877, 1-BR $883, 2-BR $1,095, 3-BR $1,498, 4-BR $1,701.

Full FMR table for Greene County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Republic

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.