How many low income apartments are in Apple Valley, MN?

HUD administrative data tracks 10 subsidized properties in Apple Valley with approximately 738 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Apple Valley?

Tenant-paid rents in Apple Valley's assisted buildings typically range from about $408 to $496 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 Apple Valley?

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 Apple Valley?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Dakota County: about $1,405/mo for one-bedroom and $1,709/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Apple Valley, MN

There are 10 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Apple Valley with roughly 738 assisted units — including 8 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 7 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $408 to $496 per month.

assisted properties

738

subsidized units

$452

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Apple Valley

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Apple Valley

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Hearthstone Apartments LIHTC	228	—	—
Legends of Apple Valley LIHTCPB Section 8	163	—	—
Apple Valley Villa PB Section 8	72	$408	—
Whitney Grove Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	56	—	—
Whitney Grove Townhomes Aka Oaks of PB Section 8	56	$475	—
Quarry View Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	45	—	—
Glenbrook Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	39	—	—
Haralson Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Chasewood Family Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	27	—	—
Apple Grove Court §811	16	$496	—

Section 8 apartments in Apple Valley (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
Legends of Apple Valley LIHTCPB Section 8	163	—	—
Apple Valley Villa PB Section 8	72	$408	—
Whitney Grove Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	56	—	—
Whitney Grove Townhomes Aka Oaks of PB Section 8	56	$475	—
Quarry View Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	45	—	—
Glenbrook Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	39	—	—
Haralson Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	36	—	—
Chasewood Family Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	27	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Apple Valley

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
Hearthstone Apartments LIHTC	228	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Dakota County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Dakota County: studio $1,242, 1-BR $1,405, 2-BR $1,709, 3-BR $2,262, 4-BR $2,531.

Full FMR table for Dakota County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Apple Valley

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.