St Louis, MO Low Income Housing

St Louis, MO Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in St Louis, MO

How do I qualify for low income housing in St Louis, MO?
To qualify for low income housing in Missouri, 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 St Louis, MO

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in St Louis, MO, 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 St Louis, MO. 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.

List of Low Income Housing in or near St Louis, MO

Metro at 70

Metro at 70 - St Louis

8806 Dragonwyck Dr.
St Louis, MO - 63121
(314) 426-7667
Office Hours: Mon, Tue, Th, Fri 8 am - 6 pm, Wed 6 am - 7 pm, Sat 10 am - 4 pm Amenities: Full Kitchen with Energy Efficient Appliances Business Center Playground On-site Laundry Facilities 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list. If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below. ...see full details

Youth Education And Health In Soulard - St Louis

1901 S. 11th St.
St Louis, MO - 63104
314-436-1400-18
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...see full details

Naca (neighborhood Assistance Corporation Of America) St. Louis, Mo - St Louis

3930 Lindell Blvd., 2nd Floor
St Louis, MO - 63108
314-645-8333
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Fair Housing Pre-Purchase Education Workshops Financial Management Budget Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details

Legal Services Of Eastern Missouri,orpora - St Louis

4232 Forest Park Ave
St Louis, MO - 63108
314-534-4200
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Fair Housing Pre-Purchase Education Workshops Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Predatory Lending Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: Arabic ASL Cambodian Cantonese Chinese Mandarin Creole Czech English Farsi French Hindi Hmong Indonesian Korean Others Polish Portuguese Russian Spanish Swahili Turkish Ukrainian Vietnamese,...see full details

Justine Petersen Housing And Reinvestment Cor - St Louis

1023 N. Grand Blvd.
St Louis, MO - 63106
314-533-2411-117
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Home Improvement and Rehabilitation Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Spanish...see full details

Housing Options Provided For The Elderly - St Louis

4265 Shaw Blvd
St Louis, MO - 63110
314-776-0155
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Rental Housing Counseling Reverse Mortgage Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details

Community Action Agency Of St. Louis County (aka: Caastlc) - St Louis

2709 Woodson
St Louis, MO - 63114
314-863-0015-411
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Fair Housing Pre-Purchase Education Workshops Financial Management Budget Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Services for Homeless Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details

Catholic Charities Housing Resource Center - St Louis

800 N. Tucker Blvd.
St Louis, MO - 63101
314-241-5600
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Fair Housing Pre-Purchase Education Workshops Financial Management Budget Counseling Home Improvement and Rehabilitation Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Services for Homeless Counsel...see full details
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Beyond Housing - St Louis

4156 Manchester Avenue
St Louis, MO - 63110
314-533-0600-11
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English French Spanish...see full details

Better Family Life, - St Louis

5535 Delmar Blvd., Suite 2100
St Louis, MO - 63112
314-367-1843
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Spanish...see full details

Beyond Housing-Neighborhood Housing Services

Beyond Housing-Neighborhood Housing Services - St Louis

4156 Manchester
St Louis, MO - 63110
(314) 533-0600
Beyond Housing's Mission Is To Strengthen Neighborhoods, One Family At A Time. We Do This By Providing Affordable Housing And Homeownership Services; Providing Support Services To Families, Children And Seniors; Being A Catalyst For Community-Wide Rebuilding Efforts; Empowering Residents To Be Leaders Of Their Own Neighborhood Revitalization Efforts; And Promoting Individual And Community Asset Building....see full details
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Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in St Louis, MO

  • 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.



Apartment Checklist
Check For Waiting Lists
Most apartments have waiting lists. Search early and do not just settle on one apartment choice.

Contact Your Local Housing Authority
Housing authorities have many opportunities. Many do have closed waiting lists, but they may be able to provide other public housing resources.

Check The Federal Poverty Sliding Scale Guidelines
Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.



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