About This Property
Maine Apts comprises 18 low-income residential units in Des Moines that serve families through a mix of studio, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom floor plans. The property has been in service since 1997 and operates as a non-profit owned community. Maine Apts utilizes 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits to support its affordable housing mission.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency
The Public Housing waiting list is open for household sizes of two persons or less, specifically at Royal View Manor. Applications for 2, 3, 4, and 5 bedroom units are currently closed. Preferences include victims of violence, hate crime, natural disaster, involuntarily displaced, and working status. Eligibility requires applicants to be at least 18 years old, one household member a US citizen or eligible non-citizen, and no drug-related charges within five years.
The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program waiting list is currently closed with no announced future opening date. It last accepted applications from November 17, 2022, until November 18, 2022, placing 4,500 applicants on the waiting list by random lottery. Mainstream Voucher preferences include non-elderly disabled persons who experienced homelessness and are in a HUD-funded program, Near-Elderly, Victims of Domestic Violence, and those terminated due to insufficient funding.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Polk 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 | $833 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,080 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,477 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,481 |
Income Limits - Polk County, IA
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $19,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,000
- Low (80%)
- $51,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,550
- Low (80%)
- $58,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,100
- Low (80%)
- $65,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $27,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,650
- Low (80%)
- $73,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $49,350
- Low (80%)
- $78,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $53,000
- Low (80%)
- $84,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $56,650
- Low (80%)
- $90,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $60,300
- Low (80%)
- $96,450
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $19,200 | $32,000 | $51,150 |
| 2 Persons | $21,950 | $36,550 | $58,450 |
| 3 Persons | $24,700 | $41,100 | $65,750 |
| 4 Persons | $27,400 | $45,650 | $73,050 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $49,350 | $78,900 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $53,000 | $84,750 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $56,650 | $90,600 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $60,300 | $96,450 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Des Moines, IA?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Polk County, IA is: $833 (Studio), $899 (1BR), $1080 (2BR), $1477 (3BR), $1481 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Maine Apts is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Maine Apts?+
Maine Apts offers the following unit types: 6 Studio, 6 Two-Bedroom, 6 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 18 units.
Who manages Maine Apts?+
Maine Apts is managed by . You can reach them at .
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Polk County, IA?+
For a 4-person household in Polk County, IA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $27,400, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $45,650, Low Income (80% AMI): $73,050. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Maine Apts?+
Maine Apts is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
Is there a waitlist for Maine Apts?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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.
What is the price range for apartments in Des Moines, IA?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Polk County, the estimated price range is: 2-bedroom: $1080, 3-bedroom: $1477. Actual rent at Maine Apts may be lower for income-eligible households.
Who is eligible to live at Maine Apts?+
Maine Apts primarily serves families. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
Walk Score
Very Walkable
Nearby Schools
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