How many low income apartments are in Princeton, MN?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Princeton with approximately 169 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Princeton?

Tenant-paid rents in Princeton's assisted buildings typically range from about $398 to $409 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 Princeton?

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 Princeton?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Mille Lacs County: about $856/mo for one-bedroom and $1,123/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Princeton, MN

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Princeton with roughly 169 assisted units — including 2 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 $398 to $409 per month. Median reported wait: about 3 months.

assisted properties

169

subsidized units

$404

typical rent

3 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Princeton

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Princeton

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Princeton Apartments PB Section 8	48	$398	—
The Oaks Apartments Public Housing	40	$409	3 mo
West Birch Townhomes LIHTC	40	—	—
Riverview Place N Apts LIHTC	24	—	—
Belle Haven Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	17	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Princeton (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
Princeton Apartments PB Section 8	48	$398	—
Belle Haven Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	17	—	—

Public housing developments in Princeton

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
The Oaks Apartments Public Housing	40	$409	3 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Princeton

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
West Birch Townhomes LIHTC	40	—	—
Riverview Place N Apts LIHTC	24	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Mille Lacs County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Mille Lacs County: studio $850, 1-BR $856, 2-BR $1,123, 3-BR $1,346, 4-BR $1,884.

Full FMR table for Mille Lacs County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Princeton

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.