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Municipal Housing Agency of Council Bluffs

505 S 6th St, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 23 hr ago

About This Property

The Municipal Housing Agency of Council Bluffs operates 1,062 units of public housing in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently open for applications. The agency provides rental assistance through federal housing programs in Pottawattamie County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Opened December 9, 2020

Apply: Multiple

Preferences include elderly, disabled, near-elderly, families living or working in Council Bluffs, low-income Council Bluffs residents, and those displaced by disaster or government action, or victims of domestic abuse.

Last verified April 13, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Multiple

Preference points are given to elderly persons, persons with disabilities, and persons living or working in the city of Council Bluffs. Minimum rent is $50 per month.

Last verified February 13, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1062

Fair Market Rent - Pottawattamie 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	$895
1 Bedroom	$971
2 Bedroom	$1,170
3 Bedroom	$1,562
4 Bedroom	$1,733

Income Limits - Pottawattamie County, IA

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $18,450
Very Low (50%): $30,750
Low (80%): $49,200

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,100
Very Low (50%): $35,150
Low (80%): $56,200

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $23,750
Very Low (50%): $39,550
Low (80%): $63,250

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $43,900
Low (80%): $70,250

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $47,450
Low (80%): $75,900

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $50,950
Low (80%): $81,500

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $54,450
Low (80%): $87,150

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $57,950
Low (80%): $92,750

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$18,450	$30,750	$49,200
2 Persons	$21,100	$35,150	$56,200
3 Persons	$23,750	$39,550	$63,250
4 Persons	$26,500	$43,900	$70,250
5 Persons	$31,040	$47,450	$75,900
6 Persons	$35,580	$50,950	$81,500
7 Persons	$40,120	$54,450	$87,150
8 Persons	$44,660	$57,950	$92,750

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Pottawattamie County, IA is: $895 (Studio), $971 (1BR), $1170 (2BR), $1562 (3BR), $1733 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Municipal Housing Agency of Council Bluffs is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Municipal Housing Agency of Council Bluffs have?+

Municipal Housing Agency of Council Bluffs has a total of 1062 housing units.

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

For a 4-person household in Pottawattamie County, IA, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $43,900, Low Income (80% AMI): $70,250. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Municipal Housing Agency of Council Bluffs?+

Municipal Housing Agency of Council Bluffs is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7123221491, 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 Municipal Housing Agency of Council Bluffs?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. 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.

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