How many low income apartments are in Sterling, KS?

HUD administrative data tracks 3 subsidized properties in Sterling with approximately 74 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Sterling?

Tenant-paid rents in Sterling's assisted buildings typically range from about $346 to $346 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 Sterling?

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 Sterling?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Rice County: about $668/mo for one-bedroom and $877/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Sterling, KS

There are 3 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Sterling with roughly 74 assisted units — including 0 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $346 to $346 per month. Median reported wait: about 6 months.

assisted properties

subsidized units

$346

typical rent

6 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Sterling

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Sterling

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Sterling Pha Public Housing	46	$346	6 mo
Howard L Miller Sterling Apar LIHTC	16	—	—
Ark River North LIHTC	12	—	—

Public housing developments in Sterling

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
Sterling Pha Public Housing	46	$346	6 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Sterling

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
Howard L Miller Sterling Apar LIHTC	16	—	—
Ark River North LIHTC	12	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Rice County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Rice County: studio $643, 1-BR $668, 2-BR $877, 3-BR $1,178, 4-BR $1,276.

Full FMR table for Rice County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Sterling

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.