Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Windsor Heights, IA 50324
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 50324 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Windsor Heights, IA 50324. 83 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 6 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 50324
The 20 closest of 83 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Westminster House III
940 Cummins Parkway, Des Moines, IA 50312
0.9 mi away
15 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Country Club Village Project
1200 Office Park Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265
1.1 mi away
294 units · 122 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Westminster House II
5631 Francis Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310
1.1 mi away
15 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Merle Hay Apartments (aka Lillis Lofts)
6313 Douglas Avenue, Urbandale, IA 50322
1.8 mi away
43 units · 38 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Plymouth Place
4111 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312
2.4 mi away
131 units · 106 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
Cross Creek Apts of Urbandale
8714 Meredith Dr, Urbandale, IA 50322
3 mi away
120 units · 118 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Uplift Manor Apartments
2916 30th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
3 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Oakview Terrace Apts
3211 30th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
3.1 mi away
233 units · 232 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
Deer Ridge Apts I
6001 Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
3.1 mi away
92 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Nadine Apts
2600 Kingman Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50311
3.2 mi away
19 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Douglas Woods Apts
2800 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
3.4 mi away
56 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Chapel Ridge West
210 S 41st St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
3.5 mi away
168 units · 166 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Forest & Fields
2104 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
3.5 mi away
28 units · 3 BR · People experiencing homelessness
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 50324
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,610/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $64,400/yr
- Renters in 50324 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 62%
Income limits (2026)
Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area · median family income $116,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,450 | $40,750 | $65,200 |
| 2 | $27,950 | $46,600 | $74,500 |
| 3 | $31,450 | $52,400 | $83,800 |
| 4 | $34,900 | $58,200 | $93,100 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $62,900 | $100,550 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $67,550 | $108,000 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $72,200 | $115,450 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $76,850 | $122,900 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 50324 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,300 | $1,102 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,360 | $1,145 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,610 | $1,360 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,200 | $1,856 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,250 | $1,901 |
Wider area = Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,160 (50314) to $1,430 (50309).
Census figures for 50324 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,498. Median household income $91,707. 21% of homes are rented. 62% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 15% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 50324's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 50324Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Windsor Heights, IA 50324?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Windsor Heights, IA 50324, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Windsor Heights, IA 50324 have openings?
These lists for Windsor Heights, IA 50324 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Windsor Heights, IA 50324?
Use the phone number on each building card in Windsor Heights, IA 50324. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Windsor Heights, IA 50324?
In Windsor Heights, IA 50324, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 50324?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 50324 right now. 83 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 50324?
Yes — this page also lists 83 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Windsor Heights, IA 50324 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Windsor Heights, IA 50324?
Most income-restricted buildings in Windsor Heights, IA 50324 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $40,750, and $58,200 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($65,200 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Windsor Heights, IA 50324?
For many programs in Windsor Heights, IA 50324, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $40,750 a year for 1 person and $58,200 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $65,200 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Windsor Heights, IA 50324?
There is no single waiting list for Windsor Heights, IA 50324. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Windsor Heights, IA 50324?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Windsor Heights, IA 50324?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Windsor Heights, IA 50324, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Windsor Heights, IA 50324 is $1,610 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Windsor Heights, IA 50324?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Windsor Heights, IA 50324. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Windsor Heights, IA 50324?
This page may still list buildings in Windsor Heights, IA 50324 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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