About This Property
The Low Rent Housing Agency of Onawa operates 62 units of public housing in Onawa, IA in Monona County. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed. This housing authority provides rental assistance to eligible households in the area.
Waitlist Information
The waiting list is open for Public Housing. The Low Rent Housing Agency Of Onawa accepts pre-applications at the program level and does not allow applicants to deselect any property. Family needs are considered for invitations to apply, and declining two invitations will purge the application from the waitlist. Eligibility depends on annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration.
The Voucher Programs department is accepting pre-applications. Eligibility depends on annual gross income, age or disability status, and US citizenship or eligible immigration.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Monona 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 | $652 |
| 1 Bedroom | $656 |
| 2 Bedroom | $862 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,042 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,385 |
Income Limits - Monona County, IA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $15,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,150
- Low (80%)
- $40,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,750
- Low (80%)
- $46,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,350
- Low (80%)
- $51,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,900
- Low (80%)
- $57,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,800
- Low (80%)
- $62,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,650
- Low (80%)
- $66,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,550
- Low (80%)
- $71,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,400
- Low (80%)
- $75,850
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $15,100 | $25,150 | $40,250 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $28,750 | $46,000 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $32,350 | $51,750 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $35,900 | $57,450 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $38,800 | $62,050 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $41,650 | $66,650 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $44,550 | $71,250 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $47,400 | $75,850 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Onawa, IA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Monona County, IA is: $652 (Studio), $656 (1BR), $862 (2BR), $1042 (3BR), $1385 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Low Rent Housing Agency of Onawa is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Low Rent Housing Agency of Onawa have?+
Low Rent Housing Agency of Onawa has a total of 62 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Low Rent Housing Agency of Onawa?+
Low Rent Housing Agency of Onawa is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7124231736, or visiting their website, 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 Onawa?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. 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 Monona County, IA?+
For a 4-person household in Monona County, IA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $35,900, Low Income (80% AMI): $57,450. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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