How many low income apartments are in Bettendorf, IA?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Bettendorf with approximately 609 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Bettendorf?

Tenant-paid rents in Bettendorf's assisted buildings typically range from about $401 to $463 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 Bettendorf?

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 Bettendorf?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Scott County: about $928/mo for one-bedroom and $1,143/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Bettendorf, IA

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Bettendorf with roughly 609 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $401 to $463 per month.

assisted properties

609

subsidized units

$432

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Bettendorf

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Bettendorf

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Spring Village PB Section 8	183	$401	—
Hometown Harbor Bettendorf LIHTCPB Section 8	116	—	—
Luther Manor PB Section 8	109	$435	—
Spruce Hills Village LIHTCPB Section 8	63	—	—
Luther Heights §202 Senior	47	$463	—
Luther Knoll §202 Senior	46	$428	—
Cumberland House LIHTC	32	—	—
Vera French Holiday Court LIHTCPB Section 8	13	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Bettendorf (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
Spring Village PB Section 8	183	$401	—
Hometown Harbor Bettendorf LIHTCPB Section 8	116	—	—
Luther Manor PB Section 8	109	$435	—
Spruce Hills Village LIHTCPB Section 8	63	—	—
Vera French Holiday Court LIHTCPB Section 8	13	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Bettendorf

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
Cumberland House LIHTC	32	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Scott County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Scott County: studio $817, 1-BR $928, 2-BR $1,143, 3-BR $1,498, 4-BR $1,819.

Full FMR table for Scott County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Bettendorf

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.