Muscatine Tower - Muscatine, IA

Income based housing for the elderly may trigger visions of run down properties and poor living conditions but this definitely does not describe the Muscatine Tower Apartments, which is located in Muscatine, IA and run by the Seldin Company. This river front property has spacious apartments that are conveniently located for easy access to shopping, places to worship, hiking, and many community activities. There are over 90 apartments in the tower and all of them are air-conditioned one-bedroom/one bath apartments with a ceiling fan. There is an area off the kitchen that provides ample area for both a dining area and a living room. All utilities are included in the income based monthly rent. For residents who wish to have cable, they will have to pay for it themselves. Access to the building is controlled and there is an alarm system to provide safety for senior citizens living there. Other amenities include laundry facilities on the premise, elevators, and 24 hour emergency service. There is access for those with disabilities or handicaps. Senior living is made easier with a noon meal is served daily in the community room. This area is also used for socializing, a monthly potluck, and bingo twice a month. The last Housing Quality Standards inspection resulted in a score of 99 out of 100 for Muscatine Tower Apartments, which means high quality living for low-income elderly people. The value per dollar may be a little under average but when the advantages of living in an apartment along the river is considered, the personal value can increase for individual residents. For independent seniors on a limited income that don't need senior care services, Muscatine Tower is a great choice.