Whitcomb Apartments listed as affordable option with $236-$515 rents

A listing updated Jan. 13, 2026, identifies Whitcomb Apartments in Sterling as an affordable housing option with roughly 90 units enrolled in a low-income housing program and estimated monthly rents of $236 to $515. The rent range is calculated using Logan County 2026 Fair Market Rents, and the entry urges applicants to contact the Housing Authority of the City of Sterling for current waitlist status and eligibility requirements.

For Logan County residents searching for immediate rental assistance, the Whitcomb listing provides concrete leads at a time when affordable units are scarce. The unit count and the fact that rents are tied to 2026 Fair Market Rents indicate the property is positioned to serve very low- and low-income households rather than the general rental market. Agencies managing housing placements can use the listing as a referral point, but they will need to verify availability and program rules directly with the housing authority before making placements.

The estimated rents of $236 to $515 per month are significantly lower than typical unsubsidized rents in many small Colorado towns; those figures reflect subsidy targeting or program-based pricing rather than private-market rates. Because the pricing is anchored to 2026 Fair Market Rents for Logan County, voucher holders and applicants using income-based assistance can roughly gauge affordability and compare the Whitcomb option to other county placements. However, the listing is an estimate, and final tenant shares will depend on household income, subsidy type, and the housing authority’s calculations.

Local impact extends beyond prospective tenants. Stable, affordable units like Whitcomb’s 90 apartments help agencies reduce emergency shelter loads and lower displacement risk for working families and seniors on fixed incomes. They also affect local school enrollment stability, workforce retention for employers in Sterling, and demand for supportive services. That said, the listing’s direction to contact the Housing Authority highlights two practical realities: unit availability can change quickly, and program eligibility criteria determine who can actually move in.

The takeaway? If you or someone you help needs an affordable rental in Sterling, reach out to the Housing Authority of the City of Sterling right away to confirm waitlist openings and eligibility rules. Our two cents? Have income documents and identification ready before you call—it speeds placement and can make the difference when limited units become available.