Western U Plaza LIHTCPB Section 8 Saint Paul, MN
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD LIHTC 2024
Western U Plaza is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) community in Saint Paul, MN with 60 units. Rents are set relative to household income.
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Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Project-Based Section 8 |
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| Address | 470 Western Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55103 Map → |
| Tax-credit (LI) units | 59 |
| Placed in service | 2016 |
How to apply at Western U Plaza
LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
- Call or visit the management office at 470 Western Ave, Saint Paul; 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.
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dale Street Place LIHTCPB Section 8 | Saint Paul | 0.8 km |
| Winslow Commons PB Section 8 | Saint Paul | 1.1 km |
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| Sherman Forbes LIHTCPB Section 8 | Saint Paul | 1.4 km |
| Exchange Hi-rise PB Section 8 | Saint Paul | 1.7 km |
| Central Towers LIHTCPB Section 8 | Saint Paul | 1.7 km |
| Higher Ground I Saint Paul LIHTCPB Section 8 | Saint Paul | 1.7 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Western U Plaza have?
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC); Project-Based Section 8. LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
How much is rent at Western U Plaza?
Rents are income-based: expect to pay roughly 30% of adjusted monthly household income under the building's federal program.
How do I apply at Western U Plaza?
Contact the management office at 470 Western Ave in Saint Paul. 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.