River Hills 2 PB Section 8 Des Moines, IA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
River Hills 2 is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Des Moines, IA with 102 units reporting 76% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $356/month on average.
102
total units
76%
occupancy
$356
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 916 E 6th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 Map → |
| Average household income | $14,701/yr |
| Average personal income | $7,145/yr |
| People per unit | 2.1 |
| Moved in within last year | 29% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 90% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 45% |
How to apply at River Hills 2
Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
- Call or visit the management office at 916 E 6th 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 (~$356/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Rose of East Des Moines LIHTCPB Section 8 | Des Moines | 0.8 km |
| Walden Point LIHTCPB Section 8 | Des Moines | 0.8 km |
| East Village Square Apts LIHTCPB Section 8 | Des Moines | 1.1 km |
| Ligutti Tower LIHTCPB Section 8 | Des Moines | 1.4 km |
| East Des Moines Rehab LIHTCPB Section 8 | Des Moines | 1.4 km |
| Marketplace Lofts LIHTCPB Section 8 | Des Moines | 1.4 km |
| Court Ave Lofts LIHTCPB Section 8 | Des Moines | 1.4 km |
| Logan Park Apartments PB Section 8 | Des Moines | 1.7 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does River Hills 2 have?
Project-Based Section 8. Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
How much is rent at River Hills 2?
Residents report average rents near $356/month in HUD administrative data. Under most federal programs you pay roughly 30% of adjusted income — your actual amount depends on household income and unit size.
How do I apply at River Hills 2?
Contact the management office at 916 E 6th 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.