How many low income apartments are in Ames, IA?

HUD administrative data tracks 11 subsidized properties in Ames with approximately 821 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Ames?

Tenant-paid rents in Ames's assisted buildings typically range from about $367 to $384 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Ames?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Ames?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Story County: about $1,026/mo for one-bedroom and $1,153/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Ames, IA

There are 11 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Ames with roughly 821 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 8 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $367 to $384 per month.

assisted properties

821

subsidized units

$376

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Ames

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Ames

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Windsor Pointe LIHTC	145	—	—
Windsor Pointe Apartments LIHTC	145	—	—
Stonehaven Apartments PB Section 8	108	$373	—
Prairie West Apts LIHTC	68	—	—
Regency V Apts PB Section 8	63	$384	—
Laverne Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	62	—	—
Eastwood Apts PB Section 8	60	$367	—
Eastwood of Ames LIHTCPB Section 8	60	—	—
The Rose of Ames LIHTC	56	—	—
Meadow Wood of Ames LIHTC	48	—	—
Prairie View West LIHTC	6	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Ames (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Stonehaven Apartments PB Section 8	108	$373	—
Regency V Apts PB Section 8	63	$384	—
Laverne Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	62	—	—
Eastwood Apts PB Section 8	60	$367	—
Eastwood of Ames LIHTCPB Section 8	60	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Ames

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Windsor Pointe LIHTC	145	—	—
Windsor Pointe Apartments LIHTC	145	—	—
Prairie West Apts LIHTC	68	—	—
The Rose of Ames LIHTC	56	—	—
Meadow Wood of Ames LIHTC	48	—	—
Prairie View West LIHTC	6	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Story County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Story County: studio $972, 1-BR $1,026, 2-BR $1,153, 3-BR $1,601, 4-BR $1,934.

Full FMR table for Story County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Ames

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.