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Muscatine Municipal Housing Agency

Name: Muscatine Municipal Housing Agency
Address: 215 Sycamore St, Muscatine, IA, 52761, US
Telephone: 5632641554

215 Sycamore St, Muscatine, IA, 52761

Information verified June 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 3 hr ago

About This Property

Muscatine Municipal Housing Agency operates 526 units of public housing in Muscatine, Iowa. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently open for applications. The housing authority serves Muscatine County residents seeking affordable rental options.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

The Muscatine Municipal Housing Agency is currently accepting public housing pre-applications for families and senior/disabled individuals, with no noted preferences. Applicants must include birth certificates, Social Security Cards, proof of all income, and photo IDs for all adult household members.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Open

Opened November 1, 2016

Apply: Multiple

Preferences include: terminated from HCV due to insufficient funding, displaced individuals, elderly, disabled, families with children with legal domicile in Muscatine County, or working/hired in Muscatine County.

Last verified May 18, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 18, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

526

Fair Market Rent - Muscatine 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	$736
1 Bedroom	$767
2 Bedroom	$1,008
3 Bedroom	$1,293
4 Bedroom	$1,514

Income Limits - Muscatine County, IA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $15,350
Very Low (50%): $25,550
Low (80%): $40,900

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,550
Very Low (50%): $29,200
Low (80%): $46,750

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $32,850
Low (80%): $52,600

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $36,500
Low (80%): $58,400

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $39,450
Low (80%): $63,100

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $42,350
Low (80%): $67,750

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $45,300
Low (80%): $72,450

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $48,200
Low (80%): $77,100

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$15,350	$25,550	$40,900
2 Persons	$17,550	$29,200	$46,750
3 Persons	$21,960	$32,850	$52,600
4 Persons	$26,500	$36,500	$58,400
5 Persons	$31,040	$39,450	$63,100
6 Persons	$35,580	$42,350	$67,750
7 Persons	$40,120	$45,300	$72,450
8 Persons	$44,660	$48,200	$77,100

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Muscatine County, IA is: $736 (Studio), $767 (1BR), $1008 (2BR), $1293 (3BR), $1514 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Muscatine Municipal Housing Agency is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Muscatine Municipal Housing Agency have?+

Muscatine Municipal Housing Agency has a total of 526 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Muscatine Municipal Housing Agency?+

Muscatine Municipal Housing Agency is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5632641554, 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 Muscatine Municipal Housing Agency?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

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

For a 4-person household in Muscatine County, IA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $36,500, Low Income (80% AMI): $58,400. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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