About This Property
The Low Rent Housing Agency of Spirit Lake operates 153 units of public housing in Spirit Lake, Iowa, within Dickinson County. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed. This housing authority provides rental assistance through federally-funded programs.
Waitlist Information
Provides affordable housing for low- and moderate-income families, elderly, and persons with disabilities, with income restrictions.
Serves low- and moderate-income families, elderly, and persons with disabilities; eligibility is based on income, family size, and citizenship status; participants generally pay 30% of their adjusted income for rent.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated June 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Dickinson County, IA
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $789 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,043 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,261 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,389 |
Income Limits - Dickinson County, IA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $16,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,800
- Low (80%)
- $44,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $19,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,750
- Low (80%)
- $50,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,700
- Low (80%)
- $57,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,650
- Low (80%)
- $63,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,850
- Low (80%)
- $68,550
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,000
- Low (80%)
- $73,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $49,200
- Low (80%)
- $78,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,350
- Low (80%)
- $83,800
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $16,700 | $27,800 | $44,450 |
| 2 Persons | $19,050 | $31,750 | $50,800 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $35,700 | $57,150 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $39,650 | $63,450 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $42,850 | $68,550 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $46,000 | $73,650 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $49,200 | $78,700 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $52,350 | $83,800 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Spirit Lake, IA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Dickinson County, IA is: $789 (Studio), $794 (1BR), $1043 (2BR), $1261 (3BR), $1389 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Low Rent Housing Agency of Spirit Lake is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Low Rent Housing Agency of Spirit Lake have?+
Low Rent Housing Agency of Spirit Lake has a total of 153 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Low Rent Housing Agency of Spirit Lake?+
Low Rent Housing Agency of Spirit Lake is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7123362318, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.
Is there a waitlist for Low Rent Housing Agency of Spirit Lake?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Dickinson County, IA?+
For a 4-person household in Dickinson County, IA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $39,650, Low Income (80% AMI): $63,450. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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