Mahaska County, IA
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $717/mo | $645 – $789/mo |
| 1 BR | $722/mo | $650 – $794/mo |
| 2 BR | $947/mo | $852 – $1,042/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,135/mo | $1,022 – $1,249/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,254/mo | $1,129 – $1,379/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Mahaska County, IA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Mahaska County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Mahaska County
- Oskaloosa Municipal Housing Agency
108 1st Ave E, Oskaloosa, IA, 52577 · 6416738361
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Mahaska County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $32,950 |
| 2 people | $37,650 |
| 3 people | $42,350 |
| 4 people | $47,050 |
| 5 people | $50,850 |
| 6 people | $54,600 |
| 7 people | $58,350 |
| 8 people | $62,150 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Mahaska County
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
THE RESERVES AT IRONWOOD
1302 HIGH AVE WEST BLDG 1, OSKALOOSA, IA, 52577-194046 income-restricted units of 48 total24 2BR, 12 3BR, 12 4BR+Built 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046GRANT TERRACE
715 B AVE E, OSKALOOSA, IA, 5257715 income-restricted units10 1BR, 5 2BRBuilt 20094% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039LINCOLN TERRACE
911 B AVE W, OSKALOOSA, IA, 5257715 income-restricted units13 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 20094% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039SOUTHERN HILLS APTS PHASE II
202 18TH AVE E, OSKALOOSA, IA, 5257730 income-restricted units6 1BR, 19 2BR, 5 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031OSKALOOSA IHA SENIOR HOUSING II
109 18TH AVE E, OSKALOOSA, IA, 5257724 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030OSKALOOSA IHA SENIOR HOUSING I
109 18TH AVE E, OSKALOOSA, IA, 5257724 income-restricted units24 studioBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029SOUTHERN HILLS APTS PHASE I
202 18TH AVE E, OSKALOOSA, IA, 5257730 income-restricted units4 1BR, 25 2BR, 1 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029MEADOWBROOK APTS
508 S M ST, OSKALOOSA, IA, 5257716 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1994Compliance through ~2024
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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