Low Income & Subsidized Housing in University City, MO
There are 11 subsidized and income-restricted properties in University City with roughly 446 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 10 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $289 to $414 per month.
Map of subsidized housing in University City
Complete directory of subsidized housing in University City
| Property | Units | Avg rent | Reported wait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview Place LIHTC | 156 | — | — |
| Parkview Place (towers) PB Section 8 | 156 | $289 | — |
| Parkview Gardens Rehabilitation I LIHTC | 64 | — | — |
| University Commons Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | 37 | $414 | — |
| 720-22 Eastgate LIHTC | 12 | — | — |
| Ehpc 9 LIHTC | 11 | — | — |
| 804 Eastgate Ave LIHTC | 6 | — | — |
| 1312 Eastover Ave LIHTC | 1 | — | — |
| 6937 Etzel Ave LIHTC | 1 | — | — |
| 7009 Melrose Ave LIHTC | 1 | — | — |
| Cates Residence LIHTC | 1 | — | — |
Section 8 apartments in University City (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview Place (towers) PB Section 8 | 156 | $289 | — |
| University Commons Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | 37 | $414 | — |
LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in University City
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview Place LIHTC | 156 | — | — |
| Parkview Gardens Rehabilitation I LIHTC | 64 | — | — |
| 720-22 Eastgate LIHTC | 12 | — | — |
| Ehpc 9 LIHTC | 11 | — | — |
| 804 Eastgate Ave LIHTC | 6 | — | — |
| 1312 Eastover Ave LIHTC | 1 | — | — |
| 6937 Etzel Ave LIHTC | 1 | — | — |
| 7009 Melrose Ave LIHTC | 1 | — | — |
| Cates Residence LIHTC | 1 | — | — |
Voucher rent limits: St. Louis County Fair Market Rents
Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for St. Louis County: studio $955, 1-BR $995, 2-BR $1,218, 3-BR $1,568, 4-BR $1,812.
Full FMR table for St. Louis County →
How to apply for subsidized housing in University City
- 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
- Berkeley, MO
- Bridgeton, MO
- Ferguson, MO
- Florissant, MO
- Jennings, MO
- Kirkwood, MO
- Maplewood, MO
- Overland, MO
- Pagedale, MO
- Pine Lawn, MO
- Webster Groves, MO
- Wellston, MO
Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.