How many low income apartments are in Hopkins, MN?

HUD administrative data tracks 7 subsidized properties in Hopkins with approximately 474 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Hopkins?

Tenant-paid rents in Hopkins's assisted buildings typically range from about $378 to $554 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 Hopkins?

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 Hopkins?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Hennepin 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 Hopkins, MN

There are 7 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Hopkins with roughly 474 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $378 to $554 per month. Median reported wait: about 16 months.

assisted properties

474

subsidized units

$466

typical rent

16 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Hopkins

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Hopkins

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Raspberry Ridge LIHTCPB Section 8	144	—	—
Raspberry Ridge Fka the Renaissance PB Section 8	101	$523	—
Dow Towers Public Housing	76	$378	16 mo
Hopkins Village LIHTCPB Section 8	64	$417	—
Oxford Village LIHTCPB Section 8	51	—	—
Sonoma Apartments §811	24	$502	—
Fraser Hopkins Court §811	14	$554	—

Section 8 apartments in Hopkins (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
Raspberry Ridge LIHTCPB Section 8	144	—	—
Raspberry Ridge Fka the Renaissance PB Section 8	101	$523	—
Hopkins Village LIHTCPB Section 8	64	$417	—
Oxford Village LIHTCPB Section 8	51	—	—

Public housing developments in Hopkins

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
Dow Towers Public Housing	76	$378	16 mo

Voucher rent limits: Hennepin County Fair Market Rents

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

Full FMR table for Hennepin County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Hopkins

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.