How many low income apartments are in Stillwater, MN?

HUD administrative data tracks 11 subsidized properties in Stillwater with approximately 671 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Stillwater?

Tenant-paid rents in Stillwater's assisted buildings typically range from about $379 to $612 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 Stillwater?

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 Stillwater?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Washington 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 Stillwater, MN

There are 11 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Stillwater with roughly 671 assisted units — including 9 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 8 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $379 to $612 per month.

assisted properties

671

subsidized units

$496

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Stillwater

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Stillwater

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Orleans Homes One LIHTCPB Section 8	124	—	—
Rivertown Commons LIHTCPB Section 8	96	$424	—
Curve Crest Villas LIHTC	90	—	—
Green Twig Villas LIHTCPB Section 8	62	—	—
Charter Oak Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	60	$612	—
Cottages of Stillwater LIHTCPB Section 8	56	—	—
Long Lake Villas LIHTCPB Section 8	50	—	—
Birchwood Townhouse Apts, Ldp PB Section 8	49	$445	—
Victoria Villa PB Section 8	40	$379	—
Hillcrest Apartments §811	24	$394	—
St Croix Village LIHTCPB Section 8	20	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Stillwater (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
Orleans Homes One LIHTCPB Section 8	124	—	—
Rivertown Commons LIHTCPB Section 8	96	$424	—
Green Twig Villas LIHTCPB Section 8	62	—	—
Charter Oak Townhomes LIHTCPB Section 8	60	$612	—
Cottages of Stillwater LIHTCPB Section 8	56	—	—
Long Lake Villas LIHTCPB Section 8	50	—	—
Birchwood Townhouse Apts, Ldp PB Section 8	49	$445	—
Victoria Villa PB Section 8	40	$379	—
St Croix Village LIHTCPB Section 8	20	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Stillwater

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
Curve Crest Villas LIHTC	90	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Washington County Fair Market Rents

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

Full FMR table for Washington County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Stillwater

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.