Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud
Saint Cloud, Minnesota
Last Updated
20 hours ago
About Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud
The Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud, located in Saint Cloud, Stearns County, Minnesota, manages approximately 1,313 assisted housing units. This includes 1,022 Section 8 housing choice vouchers and 291 Public Housing units, aiming to provide affordable housing options to the community.
Currently open programs for application include Public Housing, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Brownstones Townhomes, Creeks Townhomes, Eastwood Apartments, Germain Towers, Grace McDowall (Age 62+ or Disabled), Riverside (Age 55+), Swisshelm Village Apartments One & Two, and Westwood Village Apartments One & Two. Both Public Housing and PBV waitlists have recently opened for applications.
Applicants must meet specific program requirements and income guidelines to qualify for assistance. For example, a family of four in the St. Cloud, MN MSA area would need to have a very low income of $51,600 per year or less to be eligible.
Brownstones Townhomes Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list is currently open for 2 and 3-bedroom units.
Creeks Townhomes Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list is currently open for 2 and 3-bedroom units.
Eastwood Apartments Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list is currently open for studio, 1, and 2-bedroom units.
Germain Towers Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list is currently open for 1-bedroom subsidized units.
Grace McDowall - Age 62+ or Disabled Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list is currently open for 1-bedroom subsidized units for individuals age 62+ or disabled.
Other Rental Housing (Brownstones Townhomes) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Offers 2-bedroom ($820/month) and 3-bedroom ($945/month) units.
Other Rental Housing (Creeks Townhomes) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Offers 2-bedroom ($820/month) and 3-bedroom ($945/month) units.
Other Rental Housing (Eastwood Apartments) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Offers studio ($595/month), 1-bedroom ($735/month), and 2-bedroom ($900/month) units.
Other Rental Housing (Riverside) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Offers 1-bedroom ($750/month), large 1-bedroom ($770/month), and 2-bedroom ($900/month) units for individuals age 55+.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Waiting lists are open for Brownstones Townhomes, Creeks Townhomes, Eastwood Apartments, Germain Towers, and Grace McDowall - Age 62+ or Disabled. Waiting lists are closed for Northway B Townhomes, Scattered Sites, and Wilson Apartments.
View original notice — stcloudhra.comPublic Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Waiting lists are open for Al Loehr, Riverside - Age 55+, and Swisshelm Village Apartments One & Two. Waiting lists are closed for Northway B Townhomes, Scattered Sites, and Wilson Apartments.
View original notice — stcloudhra.comRiverside - Age 55+ Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list is currently open for 1 and 2-bedroom units for individuals age 55+.
Subsidized Housing (Germain Towers) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Offers 1-bedroom subsidized units where rent is 30% of income. Eligibility is based on income, US citizenship/eligible immigration status, and background checks.
Subsidized Housing - Germain Towers Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
1-Bedroom Subsidized Units are available, with rent based on 30% of income.
Subsidized Housing - Grace McDowall Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
1-Bedroom Subsidized Units are available for individuals age 62+ or disabled, with rent based on 30% of income.
Swisshelm Village Apartments One & Two Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list is currently open for 2 and 3-bedroom units.
Westwood Village Apartments One & Two Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list is currently open for 2 and 3-bedroom units.
other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list is open for Riverside for individuals aged 55+, offering 1-Bedroom ($750/month), Large 1-Bedroom ($770/month), and 2-Bedroom ($900/month) units.
Other Programs
19 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.
Priority for rental assistance is given to households with children 18 and under, and annual incomes up to 30% of the area median income. Participants must reside in St. Cloud city limits or Benton, Sherburne, or Wright counties. The stated closing date (January 9, 2025) is prior to the stated opening date (January 5, 2026), indicating a likely typo in the original source, and the application period has passed relative to the current date.
The most recent application period was from January 5, 2026, to January 9, 2026. Preferences were given to households with children 18 and under, and annual incomes up to 30% of the area median income.
The HRA cannot reissue EHV vouchers for new referrals as of September 30, 2023; referrals are accepted from the Central MN Continuum of Care Coordinated Entry, Anna Marie's Alliance, Lutheran Social Services Saving Grace, and Terebinth Refuge.
The waiting list is currently closed and no applications are being accepted.
The HRA does not maintain a waiting list for EHV; referrals are accepted from the Central MN Continuum of Care Coordinated Entry and specific domestic violence shelters. Eligible populations include those experiencing or at risk of homelessness, or fleeing domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking.
The waiting list is currently closed for 1-bedroom subsidized units.
Targets housing assistance to young adults under 25 who are, or have recently left, the foster care system without a home.
This program targets young adults under 25 who are or have recently left foster care and are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Referrals are obtained from the St. Cloud VA Healthcare System.
The waiting list for the FYI Voucher program, targeting young adults leaving foster care, is currently closed.
The waiting list is currently closed and no applications are being accepted. This program targets housing assistance for young adults (ages 18-24) who are, or have recently left, the foster care system without a home.
Targets housing assistance to young adults under age 25 who are, or have recently left, the foster care system without a home.
The waiting list is currently closed; targets young adults under 25 who are, or have recently left, the foster care system.
Applications were accepted online for a lottery that selected 1500 households. 90% of selected applicants needed to meet residency preferences for St. Cloud or Benton, Sherburne, or Wright counties.
The waiting list is currently closed and no applications are being accepted. This program provides vouchers for low-income households including a non-elderly adult with disabilities (ages 18-61).
The waiting list is currently closed for 3-bedroom subsidized units.
The waiting list is currently closed for 3, 4, and 5-bedroom subsidized units.
The HRA obtains referrals for this program from the St. Cloud VA Healthcare System. The program combines HCV rental assistance for homeless Veterans with case management and clinical services from the VA.
The waiting list is currently closed for 1-bedroom subsidized units.
No current waiting list status information was found. This program provides rental assistance to Minnesota residents with an annual income up to 50% of the area median income, who pay more than 30% of their income on rent and are not receiving other federal Section 8 assistance; preference is given to households with children 18 years of age or under.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud 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 Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud
Check Current Status
Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud currently has 18 open waiting lists (Brownstones Townhomes, Creeks Townhomes, Eastwood Apartments, Germain Towers, Grace McDowall - Age 62+ or Disabled, Other Rental Housing (Brownstones Townhomes), Other Rental Housing (Creeks Townhomes), Other Rental Housing (Eastwood Apartments), Other Rental Housing (Riverside), PBV, Public Housing, Riverside - Age 55+, Subsidized Housing (Germain Towers), Subsidized Housing - Germain Towers, Subsidized Housing - Grace McDowall, Swisshelm Village Apartments One & Two, Westwood Village Apartments One & Two, other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud, 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 Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud 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 Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud manages approximately 1,313 assisted housing units (1,022 Section 8, 291 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Saint Cloud. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud
Brownstones Townhomes open
The Brownstones Townhomes program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Creeks Townhomes open
The Creeks Townhomes program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Eastwood Apartments open
The Eastwood Apartments program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Germain Towers open
The Germain Towers program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Grace McDowall - Age 62+ or Disabled open
The Grace McDowall - Age 62+ or Disabled program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Rental Housing (Brownstones Townhomes) open
The Other Rental Housing (Brownstones Townhomes) program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Rental Housing (Creeks Townhomes) open
The Other Rental Housing (Creeks Townhomes) program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Rental Housing (Eastwood Apartments) open
The Other Rental Housing (Eastwood Apartments) program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other Rental Housing (Riverside) open
The Other Rental Housing (Riverside) program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Saint Cloud. 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.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud manages approximately 291 Public Housing units in Saint Cloud. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Riverside - Age 55+ open
The Riverside - Age 55+ program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Subsidized Housing (Germain Towers) open
The Subsidized Housing (Germain Towers) program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Subsidized Housing - Germain Towers open
The Subsidized Housing - Germain Towers program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Subsidized Housing - Grace McDowall open
The Subsidized Housing - Grace McDowall program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Swisshelm Village Apartments One & Two open
The Swisshelm Village Apartments One & Two program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Westwood Village Apartments One & Two open
The Westwood Village Apartments One & Two program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
other open
The other program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Bring It Home (BIH) Rental Assistance Program closed
The Bring It Home (BIH) Rental Assistance Program program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Bring It Home Rental Assistance Program closed
The Bring It Home Rental Assistance Program program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
EHV closed
The EHV program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) closed
The Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV) closed
The Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV) program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Empire Apartments closed
The Empire Apartments program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
FYI closed
The FYI program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
FYI Voucher Program closed
The FYI Voucher Program program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
FYI Voucher program closed
The FYI Voucher program program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Foster Youth Initiative (FYI) Vouchers closed
The Foster Youth Initiative (FYI) Vouchers program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Foster Youth Initiative Vouchers closed
The Foster Youth Initiative Vouchers program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Foster Youth Initiative Vouchers (FYI) closed
The Foster Youth Initiative Vouchers (FYI) program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. 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 Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud 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 Saint Cloud. This program serves approximately 1,022 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
Northway B Townhomes closed
The Northway B Townhomes program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Scattered Sites closed
The Scattered Sites program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing closed
The HUD-VASH program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Saint Cloud. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
Wilson Apartments closed
The Wilson Apartments program at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. 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 Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Cloud. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud 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 Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud — including across state lines.