West Union, MN Low Income Housing

West Union, MN Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in West Union, MN

How do I qualify for low income housing in West Union, 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 West Union, MN

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in West Union, 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 West Union, 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 West Union, Minnesota - Todd County

Studio Apartments $721
One Bedroom Apartments $826
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,105
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,110

List of Low Income Housing in or near West Union, MN

Centre Square Apartments - Sauk Centre

1012 Fairlane Dr
Sauk Centre, MN - 56378
612 604-5302
Todd County
Listing Location: 8.19 miles from West Union

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Maple Ridge Manor - Alexandria

314 Unumb Court
Alexandria, MN - 56308
(763) 512-7720
Todd County
Listing Location: 14.47 miles from West Union

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Harmony Apartments - Long Prairie

410 4th Ave S
Long Prairie, MN - 56347
(320) 732-6940
Todd County
Listing Location: 15.46 miles from West Union

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Melrose Housing and Redevelopment Authority - Melrose

16 E 1st Street S
Melrose, MN - 56352
(320) 256-4600
Todd County
Listing Location: 15.64 miles from West Union


Bethel Manor II - Alexandria

906 Ash Street
Alexandria, MN - 56308
(320) 763-7200
Todd County
Listing Location: 15.67 miles from West Union


Bethel Manor I - Alexandria

910 Ash Street
Alexandria, MN - 56308
(320) 763-7200
Todd County
Listing Location: 15.67 miles from West Union


Winona Shores - Alexandria

1020 Lark Street
Alexandria, MN - 56308
(320) 763-1120
Todd County
Listing Location: 15.71 miles from West Union

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oak Ridge Manor -- Melrose - Melrose

20 North 9th Ave E
Melrose, MN - 56352
320-255-9910
Todd County
Listing Location: 16.12 miles from West Union

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Grey Eagle Housing Assoc. - Grey Eagle

303 Cedar St N
Grey Eagle, MN - 56336
320-285-2873
Todd County
Listing Location: 16.18 miles from West Union

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Long Prairie Housing and Redevelopment Authority - Long Prairie

601 Central Avenue
Long Prairie, MN - 56347
(320) 732-2801
Todd County
Listing Location: 16.24 miles from West Union


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in West Union, 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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Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.



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