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Liberal Housing Authority

Name: Liberal Housing Authority
Address: 1401 N New York Ave, Liberal, KS, 67901, US
Telephone: 6206245501

1401 N New York Ave, Liberal, KS, 67901

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 11 hr ago

About This Property

Liberal Housing Authority operates 99 public housing units in Liberal, Kansas, serving Seward County residents. The property currently has closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 programs. As a housing authority, it provides affordable rental options to eligible households in the community.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

The waiting list is open for families and senior/disabled individuals for 1-3 bedroom units (Parklane) and one-bedroom units for those 62 years or older or disabled of any age (Southlawn Manor). Applicants are placed by date and time received; eligibility includes income guidelines, U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status, and no specific criminal history or debt to housing agencies.

Last verified February 24, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently closed for the Liberal Housing Authority, and the program in Southwest Kansas is operated by the Southwest Kansas Agency on Aging.

Last verified April 21, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Fair Market Rent - Seward 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	$750
1 Bedroom	$796
2 Bedroom	$1,046
3 Bedroom	$1,265
4 Bedroom	$1,393

Income Limits - Seward County, KS

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $13,700
Very Low (50%): $22,800
Low (80%): $36,500

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $26,050
Low (80%): $41,700

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $29,300
Low (80%): $46,900

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $32,550
Low (80%): $52,100

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $35,200
Low (80%): $56,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $37,800
Low (80%): $60,450

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $40,400
Low (80%): $64,650

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $43,000
Very Low (50%): $43,000
Low (80%): $68,800

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$13,700	$22,800	$36,500
2 Persons	$17,420	$26,050	$41,700
3 Persons	$21,960	$29,300	$46,900
4 Persons	$26,500	$32,550	$52,100
5 Persons	$31,040	$35,200	$56,300
6 Persons	$35,580	$37,800	$60,450
7 Persons	$40,120	$40,400	$64,650
8 Persons	$43,000	$43,000	$68,800

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Liberal, KS?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Seward County, KS is: $750 (Studio), $796 (1BR), $1046 (2BR), $1265 (3BR), $1393 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Liberal Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Liberal Housing Authority have?+

Liberal Housing Authority has a total of 99 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Liberal Housing Authority?+

Liberal Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6206245501, 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.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Seward County, KS?+

For a 4-person household in Seward County, KS, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $32,550, Low Income (80% AMI): $52,100. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Liberal 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.

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