How many low income apartments are in Sartell, MN?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Sartell with approximately 148 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Sartell?

Tenant-paid rents in Sartell's assisted buildings typically range from about $358 to $380 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 Sartell?

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 Sartell?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Stearns County: about $919/mo for one-bedroom and $1,206/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Sartell, MN

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Sartell with roughly 148 assisted units — including 1 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $358 to $380 per month.

assisted properties

148

subsidized units

$369

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Sartell

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Sartell

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
David Day Apartments §202 Senior	43	$358	—
Pheasant Crest Townhomes LIHTC	42	—	—
Burl Oaks Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	38	—	—
Hope Village Apartments §811	15	$380	—
Granite Hill Homes LIHTC	10	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Sartell (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
Burl Oaks Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	38	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Sartell

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
Pheasant Crest Townhomes LIHTC	42	—	—
Granite Hill Homes LIHTC	10	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Stearns County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Stearns County: studio $874, 1-BR $919, 2-BR $1,206, 3-BR $1,604, 4-BR $1,873.

Full FMR table for Stearns County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Sartell

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.