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City of Iowa City Housing Authority

Name: City of Iowa City Housing Authority
Address: 410 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, 52240, US
Telephone: 3193565400

410 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, 52240

Information verified November 4, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 13 hr ago

About This Property

The City of Iowa City Housing Authority operates 1,474 housing units in Iowa City, IA. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently open for applications. The housing authority provides rental assistance programs for eligible residents in Johnson County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Closed October 1, 2024

Apply: Online

Preferences, when open, included families displaced by government action or natural disaster, and local residents who are families with children, elderly, or disabled.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened October 1, 2018

Closed July 1, 2024

Apply: Online

Preferences, when open, included elderly, disabled, living, working, or attending school locally, families with children, and those displaced by government action or natural disaster. Selection for the waitlist was by random lottery or the date and time applications were received, with qualified households prioritized by preferences. Income for eligible households may not exceed 50% of the median income, with 75% of vouchers provided to those at 30% AMI.

Last verified February 6, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated November 4, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1474

Fair Market Rent - Johnson County, IA

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$783
1 Bedroom	$902
2 Bedroom	$1,082
3 Bedroom	$1,525
4 Bedroom	$1,836

Income Limits - Johnson County, IA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $20,950
Very Low (50%): $34,900
Low (80%): $55,850

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $23,950
Very Low (50%): $39,900
Low (80%): $63,800

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,950
Very Low (50%): $44,900
Low (80%): $71,800

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $29,900
Very Low (50%): $49,850
Low (80%): $79,750

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $32,300
Very Low (50%): $53,850
Low (80%): $86,150

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $57,850
Low (80%): $92,550

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $61,850
Low (80%): $98,900

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $65,850
Low (80%): $105,300

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$20,950	$34,900	$55,850
2 Persons	$23,950	$39,900	$63,800
3 Persons	$26,950	$44,900	$71,800
4 Persons	$29,900	$49,850	$79,750
5 Persons	$32,300	$53,850	$86,150
6 Persons	$35,580	$57,850	$92,550
7 Persons	$40,120	$61,850	$98,900
8 Persons	$44,660	$65,850	$105,300

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Iowa City, IA?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Johnson County, IA is: $783 (Studio), $902 (1BR), $1082 (2BR), $1525 (3BR), $1836 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like City of Iowa City Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does City of Iowa City Housing Authority have?+

City of Iowa City Housing Authority has a total of 1474 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Johnson County, IA?+

For a 4-person household in Johnson County, IA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $29,900, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $49,850, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,750. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at City of Iowa City Housing Authority?+

City of Iowa City Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3193565400, 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.

Is there a waitlist for City of Iowa City Housing Authority?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. 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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