About This Property
Shire Apts comprises 64 one-bedroom units designated for low-income elderly residents in Sioux City, Iowa. The property, placed in service in 2002, operates as a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit development financed through tax-exempt bonds. This affordable housing community currently serves the elderly population of Woodbury County.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by City of Sioux City Housing Authority
No current information found regarding an announcement for a future opening date.
Preferences are given to involuntarily displaced individuals, those avoiding reprisals, Permanent Supportive Housing/Rapid Rehousing participants, employed/full-time students, disabled/elderly (62+), and those with local residency, work, or school ties. Required documents, including Social Security cards, birth certificates, and government-issued photo ID for adults, must be submitted within 10 days of application.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated November 11, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Woodbury 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 | $685 |
| 1 Bedroom | $780 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,010 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,228 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,345 |
Income Limits - Woodbury County, IA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $15,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,700
- Low (80%)
- $41,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,350
- Low (80%)
- $46,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,000
- Low (80%)
- $52,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,650
- Low (80%)
- $58,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,600
- Low (80%)
- $63,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,550
- Low (80%)
- $68,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,450
- Low (80%)
- $72,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,400
- Low (80%)
- $77,450
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $15,400 | $25,700 | $41,100 |
| 2 Persons | $17,600 | $29,350 | $46,950 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $33,000 | $52,800 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $36,650 | $58,650 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $39,600 | $63,350 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $42,550 | $68,050 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $45,450 | $72,750 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $48,400 | $77,450 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Sioux City, IA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Woodbury County, IA is: $685 (Studio), $780 (1BR), $1010 (2BR), $1228 (3BR), $1345 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Shire Apts is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Shire Apts?+
Shire Apts offers the following unit types: 64 One-Bedroom units, for a total of 64 units.
Who manages Shire Apts?+
Shire Apts is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
How do I apply for housing at Shire Apts?+
Shire Apts 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 Shire Apts?+
Shire Apts primarily serves elderly residents. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Woodbury County, IA?+
For a 4-person household in Woodbury County, IA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $36,650, Low Income (80% AMI): $58,650. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
What is the price range for apartments in Sioux City, IA?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Woodbury County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $780. Actual rent at Shire Apts may be lower for income-eligible households.
Is there a waitlist for Shire Apts?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. 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.
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