Reading, MN Low Income Housing

Reading, MN Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Reading, MN

How do I qualify for low income housing in Reading, MN?
To qualify for low income housing in Minnesota, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Reading, MN

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Reading, MN, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Reading, MN. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Reading, Minnesota - Nobles County

Studio Apartments $702
One Bedroom Apartments $924
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,183
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,241

List of Low Income Housing in or near Reading, MN

092008ni -- Viking Terrace - Worthington

1440 N Burlington
Worthington, MN - 56187
507-376-6974 12
092008ni -- Viking Terrace is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact 092008ni -- Viking Terrace for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Nobles County
Listing Location: 7.99 miles from Reading

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Windsor Apartments - Worthington

1213 6th Ave
Worthington, MN - 56187
507-376-3171 11
Windsor Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Windsor Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Nobles County
Listing Location: 8.16 miles from Reading

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Ridgewood - Worthington

1381 Knollwood Dr
Worthington, MN - 56187
507-376-3171 11
Ridgewood is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Ridgewood for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Nobles County
Listing Location: 8.32 miles from Reading

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Okabena Tower - Worthington

212 12th St
Worthington, MN - 56187
(307) 220-1236
Okabena Tower is a senior low income housing one bedroom apartments,  subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Amenities: Cable TV Available Community Room Controlled Access Heat Included Income Restrictions Apply Laundry Facilities Off-Street Parking Public Transportation Sewer Included Trash Removal Included Water Included Wheelchair Access Contact Okabena Tower for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Nobles County
Listing Location: 8.43 miles from Reading

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Centennial Apartments--(fulda) - Fulda

200 Florence Ave
Fulda, MN - 56131
507-360-4135
Centennial Apartments--(fulda) is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Centennial Apartments--(fulda) for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Nobles County
Listing Location: 12.50 miles from Reading

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Halter Manor - Round Lake

612 Fourth Ave
Round Lake, MN - 56167
320-269-6640
Halter Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Halter Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Nobles County
Listing Location: 16.95 miles from Reading

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Southgate Apartments Ii - Slayton

3200 Maple Ave
Slayton, MN - 56172
507-836-6000 (5
Southgate Apartments Ii is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Southgate Apartments Ii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Nobles County
Listing Location: 19.03 miles from Reading

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Westside Apartments - Slayton

1851 26th St
Slayton, MN - 56172
320-269-6640 01
Westside Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Westside Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Nobles County
Listing Location: 19.63 miles from Reading

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership - Slayton

2401 Broadway Ave, Suite 4
Slayton, MN - 56172
507-836-1605
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Hmong Spanish...see full details
Nobles County
Listing Location: 19.73 miles from Reading


Oakwood Apartments -- (ellsworth) - Ellsworth

401 Oak Street
Ellsworth, MN - 56129
320-269-6640
Oakwood Apartments -- (ellsworth) is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oakwood Apartments -- (ellsworth) for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Nobles County
Listing Location: 19.97 miles from Reading

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Reading, MN

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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