Des Moines, IA Low Income Housing

Des Moines, IA Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Des Moines, IA

How do I qualify for low income housing in Des Moines, IA?
To qualify for low income housing in Iowa, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Des Moines, IA

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Des Moines, IA, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Des Moines, IA. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Des Moines, Iowa - Polk County

Studio Apartments $889
One Bedroom Apartments $1,074
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,473
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,499

List of Low Income Housing in or near Des Moines, IA

Christ the King Senior Affordable Housing

Christ the King Senior Affordable Housing - Des Moines

5601 9th Street
Des Moines, IA - 50315
(515) 528-8074
Affordable Rental Housing Units: 28 Email address: j.joyner@keywaymanagement.com This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply....see full details
Polk County

Southridge Senior Lofts - Des Moines

695 East Army Post Rd.
Des Moines, IA - 50315
(515) 200-5061
Southridge Senior Lofts offers low income one and two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Hours of Operation: T 8:00 am - 2:00 pm *Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list.  If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below.* ...see full details
Polk County
Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): None
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Southwinds Apartments - Des Moines

1264 Cummins Road
Des Moines, IA - 50315
(515) 285-1879
Southwinds Apartments offers 58 low income two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm *Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list.  If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below.* ...see full details
Polk County

Park Winds Apartments - Des Moines

3604 E. Douglas
Des Moines, IA - 50317
(515) 265-2052
Park Winds Apartments offers 95 low income one, two and three bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri  9:00 am - 5:00 pm *Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list.  If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below.* ...see full details
Polk County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 30% of your monthly income.
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): all but electric
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Prairie Winds Apartments - Des Moines

2207 E. Park Avenue
Des Moines, IA - 50320
(515) 280-7542
Prairie Winds Apartments offers 71 low income one and two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm *Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list.  If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below.* ...see full details
Polk County

Crosswinds Apartments - IA - Des Moines

1646 Hull Avenue E
Des Moines, IA - 50313
(515) 262-5503
Crosswinds Apartments offers 119 low income one, two and three bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri  9:00 am - 5:00 pm *Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list.  If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below.* ...see full details
Polk County

Walden Point Senior Housing - Des Moines

1200 4th Street
Des Moines, IA - 50314
(515) 288-9985
Tax Credit Property. Affordable rental, income Guidelines Apply, rent based on income. 16 Low Income units. Amenities: 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments. Full-size kitchens, Central heating and air conditioning (individually controlled), Large community room for gatherings, Craft and computer room, Library, On-site laundry, 2 elevators. Rental assistance accepted. ...see full details
Polk County

Fort Des Moines Senior Housing - Des Moines

505 Army Post Road
Des Moines, IA - 50315
(515) 285-8505
Tax Credit Property. Affordable rental, income Guidelines Apply, rent based on income. 60 Low Income units. ...see full details
Polk County

Crane Artist Lofts - Des Moines

1440 Walnut St.
Des Moines, IA - 50309
(515) 422-7255
Tax Credit Property Income Guidelines Apply Downtown living and promoting the art community. Crane Artist Lofts is a historic building converted to multi-family apartments hosting artists. ...see full details
Polk County

Hawthorn Hill Apartments - Des Moines

921 Pleasant St
Des Moines, IA - 50309
(515) 422-7255
Tax Credit Property Income Guidelines Apply ...see full details
Polk County

Southridge Senior Residences

Southridge Senior Residences - Des Moines

1100 Cummins Road
Des Moines, IA - 50315
(515) 287-4422
Southridge Senior Residences is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Southridge Senior Residences for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Southridge Senior Residences is an independent living senior community located on quiet cul-de-sac blocks away from a pharmacy, grocery shopping, a regional mall and other conveniences.     One bedroom apartments  &...see full details
Polk County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 700
800
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): ekectric water trash sewer etc.
water trash sewage
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Apartments Of River Trace - Des Moines

1719 6th Avenue
Des Moines, IA - 50314
(515) 288-4398
Apartments Of River Trace is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Apartments Of River Trace for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Polk County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

River Hills Apartments 2 - Des Moines

916 East 6th Street
Des Moines, IA - 50316
(515) 288-2159
River Hills Apartments 2 is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact River Hills Apartments 2 for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Polk County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Wakonda Manor

Wakonda Manor - Des Moines

1800 Watrous Avenue
Des Moines, IA - 50315
(515) 287-3210
Wakonda Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Wakonda Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Polk County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Corinthian Gardens - Des Moines

1011 University Avenue
Des Moines, IA - 50314
(515) 280-3531
Corinthian Gardens is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Corinthian Gardens for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Polk County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Jacobs Place - Des Moines

2400 30th Street
Des Moines, IA - 50310
(515) 277-9272
Jacobs Place is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Jacobs Place for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Polk County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Frank W. Smith Retirement Center - Des Moines

2100 Beaver Avenue
Des Moines, IA - 50310
(515) 277-9621
Frank W. Smith Retirement Center is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Frank W. Smith Retirement Center for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Polk County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Stone Crest Apartments - Des Moines

3330 East 25th Street
Des Moines, IA - 50317
(515) 265-2172
Stone Crest Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Stone Crest Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Polk County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): Based on income
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oakridge Neighborhood (dmacc) - Des Moines

926 Oakridge Drive
Des Moines, IA - 50314
(515) 244-7702
Oakridge Neighborhood (dmacc) is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oakridge Neighborhood (dmacc) for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Polk County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oakridge Neighborhood (homes Of Oakridge) - Des Moines

926 Oakridge Drive
Des Moines, IA - 50314
(515) 244-7702
Oakridge Neighborhood (homes Of Oakridge) is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oakridge Neighborhood (homes Of Oakridge) for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Polk County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Ligutti Tower - Des Moines

555 5th Avenue
Des Moines, IA - 50309
(515) 243-8759
Ligutti Tower is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Ligutti Tower for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Polk County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 30% of income
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Elsie Mason Manor - Des Moines

430 Grand Avenue
Des Moines, IA - 50309
(515) 243-8759
Elsie Mason Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Elsie Mason Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Polk County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Logan Park Apartments - Des Moines

1731 Cleveland Avenue
Des Moines, IA - 50316
(515) 262-3472
Logan Park Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Logan Park Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Polk County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Neighborhood Finance Corp. - Des Moines

1912-6th Ave
Des Moines, IA - 50314
515-288-5626-210
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Home Improvement and Rehabilitation Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Spanish...see full details
Polk County

Home Opportunities Made Easy, (home,) - Des Moines

1111 Ninth Street, Suite 210
Des Moines, IA - 50314
515-243-1277
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Home Improvement and Rehabilitation Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Services for Homeless Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: En...see full details
Polk County

Stewart Park Townhomes

Stewart Park Townhomes - Des Moines

1401 Capitol Avenue
Des Moines, IA - 50316
515-262-3157
Section 42 Housing available at this location. Just minutes from downtown employers and entertainment, Stewart Park is ideal for the working professional that wants to live, work and play downtown! Patio On-site maintenance Park across the street Landscaped Large closets Washer/dryer in all homes ...see full details
Polk County

Southridge Village Ii - Des Moines

1120 Cummins Rd
Des Moines, IA - 50315
515-287-1232
Southridge Village Ii is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Southridge Village Ii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Polk County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Southridge Village - Des Moines

1200 Cummins Rd
Des Moines, IA - 50315
(608) 833-8788
Southridge Village is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Southridge Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Polk County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Des Moines, IA

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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