SEARSBORO MANOR
Best fit
Families & General Occupancy
Rent
30% of adjusted income
Floor plans
Exclusively 1-Bedroom
Total Units
11
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Rent Structure
Rent Structure
30%
of adjusted income
The subsidy program pays the rest of the rent directly to the property. You only pay what you can afford based on your income.
Local Area Income Context
To qualify for affordable housing at SEARSBORO MANOR, your total household income must align with the Area Median Income (AMI) guidelines established for Searsboro and the 50242 zip code area.
Local Median (1-Person)
$45,999
Local Median (4-Person)
$65,714
Based on the latest 2024 census data, the figures above represent the local median earnings for this specific neighborhood.
Property Details
Total Units
11
Assisted
11
Layouts
Exclusively 1-Bedroom
Walk Score®
0/100• Car-Dependent
Bike Score®
8/100• Somewhat Bikeable
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How Walk Score worksServices & Accessibility
Wheelchair & Mobility AccessVerify
Not explicitly confirmed. Call ahead to verify elevator availability and doorway widths before applying.
Before You Apply
- Confirm the age rule and income limit
You must be of qualifying age. Your income must fall within HUD's Area Median Income limits for Searsboro.
- Ask which unit types are actually available
This listing shows historically available units. Ask directly if a unit is open today.
- Verify accessibility before paying any fees
If you use a wheelchair or walker, confirm elevator access and doorway widths before submitting a paid application.
Rural Housing Rights:USDA Rural Development properties offer rental assistance and have specific tenant grievance procedures. Read the full guide
Questions People Ask
What are the local income limits around Searsboro manor?Open
Income limits are calculated against the Area Median Income (AMI) for the 50242 zip code. Based on recent Census data, the local median income is $45,999 for a single person, and $65,714 for a four-person household. Your specific income cap depends on the exact subsidy program rules applied by management.
Do I have to work in agriculture to live at Searsboro manor?Open
No. USDA Section 515 housing is open to anyone who meets the income limits for searsboro. You do not need to be a farmworker or work in agriculture.
How does rent work at this USDA property?Open
Because this property has 100% Rental Assistance, your rent will be capped at roughly 30% of your adjusted household income, no matter what the market rate is. Management will calculate your exact rent based on your income documents.
What unit types are reported at Searsboro manor?Open
This record reports: Exclusively 1-Bedroom. Availability can change rapidly, so ask management which layouts are currently open and whether any accessible units are available.
Does Searsboro manor have wheelchair-accessible units?Open
This record does not specify a distinct count of wheelchair-accessible units. If you have mobility needs, you must call the property to verify elevator access, ground-floor availability, and doorway dimensions before applying or paying any fees.
Is there a waitlist at Searsboro manor?Open
This property appears to be close to full, which usually means applicants may be joining a waitlist. Call management to confirm whether the waitlist is open right now.
How do I contact Searsboro manor to apply?Open
FINANCIAL SERVICE GROUP, INC appears to be the listed management contact. Application mail may be sent to 207 HIGH ST, SEARSBORO, IA 50242. Before you send anything, confirm whether the property wants a letter of interest, a formal application, or a waitlist update request.