About This Property
Home to Stay consists of 24 low-income rental units in Cedar Rapids that have served families since 2009. The property offers a mix of one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom units, with ten 3-bedroom apartments, six 2-bedroom units, six 1-bedroom units, and two 4-bedroom units. The property is non-profit owned and financed through 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Cedar Rapids Housing Services
This waitlist is for Individual & Family Housing; eligibility requires income below HUD limits, qualifying as a family, U.S. citizenship or eligible immigrant status, providing social security numbers, and consent to PHA information collection; criminal background checks and local residency preferences apply. If two invitations are declined, the application is purged from the waitlist.
The Section 8 waiting list is currently closed for an undetermined time; the last application period was October 14, 2019, requiring in-person application. Eligibility includes meeting HUD/PHA family and income limits, U.S. citizenship or eligible immigrant status, providing social security numbers, and consenting to information collection.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 29, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Linn 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 | $638 |
| 1 Bedroom | $716 |
| 2 Bedroom | $941 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,326 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,597 |
Income Limits - Linn County, IA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $18,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,300
- Low (80%)
- $50,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,450
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,800
- Low (80%)
- $57,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,250
- Low (80%)
- $64,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,700
- Low (80%)
- $71,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,300
- Low (80%)
- $77,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $51,900
- Low (80%)
- $82,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $55,450
- Low (80%)
- $88,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $59,050
- Low (80%)
- $94,400
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $18,800 | $31,300 | $50,050 |
| 2 Persons | $21,450 | $35,800 | $57,200 |
| 3 Persons | $24,150 | $40,250 | $64,350 |
| 4 Persons | $26,800 | $44,700 | $71,500 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $48,300 | $77,250 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $51,900 | $82,950 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $55,450 | $88,700 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $59,050 | $94,400 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Cedar Rapids, IA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Linn County, IA is: $638 (Studio), $716 (1BR), $941 (2BR), $1326 (3BR), $1597 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Home to Stay is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Home to Stay?+
Home to Stay offers the following unit types: 6 One-Bedroom, 6 Two-Bedroom, 10 Three-Bedroom, 2 Four-Bedroom units, for a total of 24 units.
Is there a waitlist for Home to Stay?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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.
Who manages Home to Stay?+
Home to Stay is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Linn County, IA?+
For a 4-person household in Linn County, IA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,800, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $44,700, Low Income (80% AMI): $71,500. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Home to Stay?+
Home to Stay is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
Who is eligible to live at Home to Stay?+
Home to Stay primarily serves families. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
What is the price range for apartments in Cedar Rapids, IA?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Linn County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $716, 2-bedroom: $941, 3-bedroom: $1326. Actual rent at Home to Stay may be lower for income-eligible households.
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