About This Property
Garden City Housing Authority operates 98 units of public housing in Garden City, Kansas, serving Finney County residents. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides affordable rental options through federal housing programs.
Waitlist Information
Pre-applications are currently accepted for families; however, the one-bedroom waiting list is closed. Qualified applicants are placed by the date and time pre-application is received. Photo IDs for all adult household members and Social Security Cards are required with the pre-application.
The Section 8 (Housing Choice Voucher) waiting list is closed. Garden City Housing Authority provides affordable housing through its Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher programs.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Finney County, KS
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $737 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,028 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,357 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,629 |
Income Limits - Finney County, KS
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $14,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $23,350
- Low (80%)
- $37,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $26,650
- Low (80%)
- $42,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,000
- Low (80%)
- $48,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,300
- Low (80%)
- $53,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,000
- Low (80%)
- $57,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,650
- Low (80%)
- $61,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,300
- Low (80%)
- $66,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,000
- Low (80%)
- $70,400
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $14,000 | $23,350 | $37,350 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $26,650 | $42,650 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $30,000 | $48,000 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $33,300 | $53,300 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $36,000 | $57,600 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $38,650 | $61,850 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $41,300 | $66,100 |
| 8 Persons | $44,000 | $44,000 | $70,400 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Garden City, KS?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Finney County, KS is: $737 (Studio), $782 (1BR), $1028 (2BR), $1357 (3BR), $1629 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Garden City Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Garden City Housing Authority have?+
Garden City Housing Authority has a total of 98 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Garden City Housing Authority?+
Garden City Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6202761240, 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 Garden City Housing Authority?+
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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Finney County, KS?+
For a 4-person household in Finney County, KS, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $33,300, Low Income (80% AMI): $53,300. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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