How many low income apartments are in Albert Lea, MN?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Albert Lea with approximately 545 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Albert Lea?

Tenant-paid rents in Albert Lea's assisted buildings typically range from about $353 to $427 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Albert Lea?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Albert Lea?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Freeborn County: about $742/mo for one-bedroom and $974/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Albert Lea, MN

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Albert Lea with roughly 545 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $353 to $427 per month. Median reported wait: about 3 months.

assisted properties

545

subsidized units

$390

typical rent

3 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Albert Lea

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Albert Lea

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Shadey Oakes Public Housing	176	$353	3 mo
Senior Tower PB Section 8	81	$427	—
Trailside Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	80	$396	—
Northbridge Apts LIHTC	48	—	—
Gray Gables Apartments LIHTC	45	—	—
The Lofts at Lea Center LIHTC	37	—	—
Senior Court PB Section 8	32	$379	—
Pickerel Park Townhomes LIHTC	24	—	—
Washington Avenue Apartments §202 Senior	22	$398	—

Section 8 apartments in Albert Lea (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Senior Tower PB Section 8	81	$427	—
Trailside Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	80	$396	—
Senior Court PB Section 8	32	$379	—

Public housing developments in Albert Lea

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Shadey Oakes Public Housing	176	$353	3 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Albert Lea

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Northbridge Apts LIHTC	48	—	—
Gray Gables Apartments LIHTC	45	—	—
The Lofts at Lea Center LIHTC	37	—	—
Pickerel Park Townhomes LIHTC	24	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Freeborn County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Freeborn County: studio $672, 1-BR $742, 2-BR $974, 3-BR $1,283, 4-BR $1,432.

Full FMR table for Freeborn County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Albert Lea

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.