Penelope 35 §202 Senior Bloomington, MN
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Penelope 35 is a Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing) community in Bloomington, MN with 41 units reporting 95% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $426/month on average.
41
total units
95%
occupancy
$426
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing) |
|---|---|
| Address | 10601 Beard Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55431 Map → |
| Average household income | $19,032/yr |
| Average personal income | $17,377/yr |
| People per unit | 1.1 |
| Moved in within last year | 12% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 88% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Penelope 35
Section 202 PRAC: independent senior living (62+) with income-based rents and on-site service coordination.
- Call or visit the management office at 10601 Beard Ave S, Bloomington; 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 (~$426/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
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|---|---|---|
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| Garfield Commons §811 | Bloomington | 3.4 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Penelope 35 have?
Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing). Section 202 PRAC: independent senior living (62+) with income-based rents and on-site service coordination.
How much is rent at Penelope 35?
Residents report average rents near $426/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 Penelope 35?
Contact the management office at 10601 Beard Ave S in Bloomington. 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.