How many low income apartments are in Big Lake, MN?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Big Lake with approximately 239 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Big Lake?

Most assisted households in Big Lake pay roughly 30% of adjusted income toward rent under federal programs.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Big Lake?

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 Big Lake?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Sherburne 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 Big Lake, MN

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Big Lake with roughly 239 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 6 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data.

assisted properties

239

subsidized units

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typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Big Lake

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Big Lake

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Marketplace Crossing LIHTCPB Section 8	60	—	—
School View Square LIHTC	50	—	—
The Crossing Ii Iof Big Lake Limited Partnershp LIHTCPB Section 8	38	—	—
The Crossing at Big Lake Station LIHTCPB Section 8	33	—	—
Leightons Landing LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
School View Manor LIHTC	26	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Big Lake (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
Marketplace Crossing LIHTCPB Section 8	60	—	—
The Crossing Ii Iof Big Lake Limited Partnershp LIHTCPB Section 8	38	—	—
The Crossing at Big Lake Station LIHTCPB Section 8	33	—	—
Leightons Landing LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Big Lake

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
School View Square LIHTC	50	—	—
School View Manor LIHTC	26	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Sherburne County Fair Market Rents

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

Full FMR table for Sherburne County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Big Lake

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.