Columbia Hills Ret Ctr PB Section 8 Saint Helens, OR
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Columbia Hills Ret Ctr is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Saint Helens, OR with 32 units reporting 94% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $389/month on average.
32
total units
94%
occupancy
$389
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 36050 Pittsburg Rd, Saint Helens, OR 97051 Map → |
| Average household income | $16,355/yr |
| Average personal income | $16,355/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 17% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 90% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Columbia Hills Ret Ctr
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 36050 Pittsburg Rd, Saint Helens; 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 (~$389/mo average here).
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northfork Apts LIHTC | St Helens | 0.8 km |
| Forest Park Apts LIHTCPB Section 8 | St Helens | 1.4 km |
| Broadleaf Arbor LIHTCPB Section 8 | St. Helens | 2.4 km |
| Gable Park LIHTCPB Section 8 | St Helens | 2.8 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Columbia Hills Ret Ctr 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 Columbia Hills Ret Ctr?
Residents report average rents near $389/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 Columbia Hills Ret Ctr?
Contact the management office at 36050 Pittsburg Rd in Saint Helens. 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.