Section 8 housing in West Des Moines, IA
HUD's records list 1 assisted property in West Des Moines, holding 105 subsidized apartments. At these buildings the subsidy stays with the unit, so you apply at the property itself — you do not need a voucher in hand first.
What this list is — and is not
These are HUD-assisted (project-based) properties, published by HUD. This is not a list of private landlords who accept a Housing Choice Voucher. No such official list exists anywhere, and anyone charging you for one is selling guesswork.
Each property runs its own waiting list, separate from the housing authority's. Call before you visit — some have been full for years, others open up without notice.
HUD-assisted properties in West Des Moines
Sorted by number of subsidized units.
| Property | Address | Phone | Subsidized units | Who it is for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley West Apartments Project-based Section 8 | 1800 36th St, West Des Moines, IA 50266 | (515) 223-0084 | 105 | Seniors |
Source: HUD Multifamily Properties (Assisted). Unit counts are the subsidized units HUD records at the property, not apartments available today — we have no vacancy data, and neither does HUD's public file.
Where to apply for a voucher near West Des Moines
West Des Moines has no housing authority office of its own in HUD's records. These are the largest offices in Iowa — ask which one covers your address.
- Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency
- Iowa City Housing Authority
- Cedar Rapids Housing Services
All 63 housing authorities in Iowa