Melbourne Apts Phase I LIHTCPB Section 8 Des Moines, IA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD LIHTC 2024
Melbourne Apts Phase I is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) community in Des Moines, IA with 84 units. Rents are set relative to household income.
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Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Project-Based Section 8 |
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| Address | 5515 Se 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50320 Map → |
| Tax-credit (LI) units | 84 |
| Placed in service | 2010 |
How to apply at Melbourne Apts Phase I
LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
- Call or visit the management office at 5515 Se 14th St, Des Moines; ask if the waitlist is open and request an application.
- Gather ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of all income. Applications are always free.
- Claim eligible preferences (homelessness, veteran, local residency) with documentation.
- Respond fast to interview letters; verify rent expectations against your budget.
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Libertad Des Moines LIHTC | Des Moines | 1.1 km |
| Ahepa 192-iv Apartments §202 Senior | Des Moines | 1.4 km |
| Elmcrest Apts LIHTC | Des Moines | 1.4 km |
| Kenwood Apts LIHTC | Des Moines | 1.4 km |
| Rosewood Apts LIHTC | Des Moines | 1.4 km |
| South Glen Apts LIHTC | Des Moines | 1.4 km |
| The Quads Apts LIHTC | Des Moines | 1.4 km |
| Fort Des Moines Senior Housing LIHTCPB Section 8 | Des Moines | 1.7 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Melbourne Apts Phase I have?
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC); Project-Based Section 8. LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
How much is rent at Melbourne Apts Phase I?
Rents are income-based: expect to pay roughly 30% of adjusted monthly household income under the building's federal program.
How do I apply at Melbourne Apts Phase I?
Contact the management office at 5515 Se 14th St in Des Moines. Ask whether the waitlist is open, request an application, and claim any preferences you qualify for. There is never a fee to apply for HUD-subsidized housing.