About This Property
Christ the King Senior Housing provides 28 low-income apartments in DesMoines for elderly residents. The property offers a mix of 10 one-bedroom and 18 two-bedroom units and has been in service since 2012. This property is funded through 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits.
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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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 Christ the King Senior Housing is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Christ the King Senior Housing?+
Christ the King Senior Housing offers the following unit types: 10 One-Bedroom, 18 Two-Bedroom units, for a total of 28 units.
Is there a waitlist for Christ the King Senior Housing?+
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.
Who is eligible to live at Christ the King Senior Housing?+
Christ the King Senior Housing primarily serves elderly residents. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
Who manages Christ the King Senior Housing?+
Christ the King Senior Housing is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more 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: 1-bedroom: $899, 2-bedroom: $1080. Actual rent at Christ the King Senior Housing may be lower for income-eligible households.
How do I apply for housing at Christ the King Senior Housing?+
Christ the King Senior Housing is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, 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.
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.
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