Des Moines County, IA
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $733/mo | $660 – $806/mo |
| 1 BR | $810/mo | $729 – $891/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,063/mo | $957 – $1,169/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,369/mo | $1,232 – $1,506/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,426/mo | $1,283 – $1,569/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Des Moines County, IA (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Des Moines County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Des Moines County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Southeast Iowa Regional Housing Authority
218 N 3rd St Ste 309, Burlington, IA, 52601 · 3197535109
- Low Rent Housing Agency of Burlington
2830 Winegard Dr, Burlington, IA, 52601 · 3197532142
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Des Moines County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $32,950 |
| 2 people | $37,650 |
| 3 people | $42,350 |
| 4 people | $47,050 |
| 5 people | $50,850 |
| 6 people | $54,600 |
| 7 people | $58,350 |
| 8 people | $62,150 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Des Moines County
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
ROBINSON HEIGHTS APTS
2501 MOUNT PLEASANT ST, BURLINGTON, IA, 52601100 income-restricted units100 1BRBuilt 20134% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043GREENWAY OF BURLINGTON
2312 VALLEY ST, BURLINGTON, IA, 52601133 income-restricted units of 134 total18 1BR, 66 2BR, 49 3BR, 1 4BR+Built 20124% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042BLACK HAWK VILLAGE
3420 MASON RD, BURLINGTON, IA, 5260148 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2003Compliance through ~2033WEST HIGHLAND APTS
611 W VAN WEISS BLVD, WEST BURLINGTON, IA, 5265548 income-restricted units44 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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