Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Cold Spring, Minnesota
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About Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
The Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority (PHA Code: MN172), located in Cold Spring, Stearns County, Minnesota, manages approximately 291 assisted housing units, primarily through Section 8 vouchers. This authority provides various housing assistance programs to residents in the area.
Currently, the Stearns County HRA is accepting applications for the Bring It Home Rental Assistance Program, Bring it Home Rental Assistance Program Vouchers, Public Housing, and Tenant-Based Rental Assistance. These programs are designed to offer rental support to eligible households.
Eligibility for these programs is determined by income. For example, a family of four in the St. Cloud, MN MSA area must generally meet a Very Low Income limit of $51,600 per year to qualify for assistance. Applicants should confirm current program availability and specific requirements directly with the housing authority.
Bring It Home Rental Assistance Program Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 26, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Stearns County HRA will begin accepting online applications for the Bring It Home Rental Assistance Program on January 26, 2026, at 9:00 AM. The waiting list will remain open until 125 applications have been received. The program provides tenant-based rental assistance vouchers that may be us...
Bring it Home Rental Assistance Program Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 26, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list for Bring it Home Rental Assistance Program Vouchers opened on January 26, 2026. Applications are accepted online until 125 applications have been received, at which time the waiting list will close. This is a tenant-based subsidy that can be used anywhere in Stearns County except the City of St. Cloud, and portability is not allowed.
Bring it Home Rental Assistance Program Vouchers Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 26, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list for the Bring it Home Rental Assistance Program Vouchers will open on January 26, 2026, at 9:00 AM. Applications will be accepted online and the waiting list will close once 125 applications have been received. This is a tenant-based subsidy usable anywhere in Stearns County, exc...
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
In-person, Mail, Phone
Additional Notes
The waiting list is open for families for 3-bedroom units; no public housing is offered for senior/disabled households. Applicants are placed by date and time of pre-application receipt.
Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jan 26, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) opened applications for 'Bring it Home Rental Assistance Program Vouchers' on January 26, 2026, at 9:00 AM. This is a tenant-based subsidy that can be used anywhere in Stearns County, except for the City of St. Cloud. The waiting list w...
Other Programs
6 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) began accepting online applications for the Bring It Home Rental Assistance Program on January 26, 2026, at 9:00 AM. This program provides tenant-based rental assistance vouchers that may be used anywhere in Stearns County except within...
Eligibility based on annual gross income, qualifying as elderly, disabled, or family, and U.S. citizenship/eligible immigration status; applicants must not exceed the very low income limit. A random lottery selects 200 applicants for the waiting list.
This tenant-based subsidy program's waiting list opened January 26, 2026, and closed once 125 applications were received.
Applications were accepted online until 125 applications were received. This is a tenant-based subsidy usable in Stearns County, excluding St. Cloud, with no portability allowed.
This was a tenant-based subsidy for Stearns County (excluding St. Cloud). Eligibility required annual gross household income not to exceed HUD's low-income limits. Applications were accepted online until 125 were received.
You may qualify for affordable family rental housing developed by the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Stearns County (HRA) under the provisions of Project-Based rental assistance, with locations in Albany, Kimball, Sartell, St. Joseph, and Sauk Centre.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Check Current Status
Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority currently has 5 open waiting lists (Bring It Home Rental Assistance Program, Bring it Home Rental Assistance Program, Bring it Home Rental Assistance Program Vouchers, Public Housing, Tenant-Based Rental Assistance). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $51,600/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority manages approximately 291 assisted housing units (291 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Cold Spring. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Bring It Home Rental Assistance Program open
The Bring It Home Rental Assistance Program program at Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cold Spring. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Bring it Home Rental Assistance Program open
The Bring it Home Rental Assistance Program program at Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cold Spring. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Bring it Home Rental Assistance Program Vouchers open
The Bring it Home Rental Assistance Program Vouchers program at Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cold Spring. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Tenant-Based Rental Assistance open
The Tenant-Based Rental Assistance program at Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cold Spring. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Bring It Home Rental Assistance closed
The Bring It Home Rental Assistance program at Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cold Spring. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Cold Spring. This program serves approximately 291 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other closed
The Other program at Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cold Spring. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other - Bring it Home Rental Assistance Program closed
The Other - Bring it Home Rental Assistance Program program at Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cold Spring. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rental Assistance Program closed
The Rental Assistance Program program at Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cold Spring. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Cold Spring. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority?
Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for St. Cloud, MN MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $51,600. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $21,700 | $36,150 | $57,800 |
| 2 Persons | $24,800 | $41,300 | $66,050 |
| 3 Persons | $27,900 | $46,450 | $74,300 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $51,600 | $82,550 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $55,750 | $89,200 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $59,900 | $95,800 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $64,000 | $102,400 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $68,150 | $109,000 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority — including across state lines.