Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Elk River, MN 55330
13 affordable buildings in 55330 · 26 more within 9 mi
Elk River, MN 55330 has 13 income-restricted buildings: 10 tax credit, 3 Section 8, 3 senior, and 3 usda rural. 26 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 55330
Guardian Angels Homes, Inc.
350 Evans Ave NE, Elk River, MN 55330
103 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Elk Ridge Lodge
19522 Holt Street NW, Elk River, MN 55330
60 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Coachman Ridge Apartments
17250 Twin Lake Rd, Elk River, MN 55330
53 units · 52 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
The Depot at Elk River Station
Xxxxx 172nd Ave NW, Elk River, MN 55330
53 units · 1–3 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Hillside Heights Apartments
10730 175th Avenue NW, Elk River, MN 55330
52 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Elk Ridge Manor
847 Freeport Ave NW, Elk River, MN 55330
40 units · 1–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Jackson Place Apartments
300 Jackson St NW, Elk River, MN 55330
32 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Auburn Place
631 Auburn Pl NW, Elk River, MN 55330
24 units · 2–3 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 55330 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 26 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Meadow View Townhomes
Multiple Building Addresses, Zimmerman, MN 55398
5.6 mi away
22 units · 18 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Marketplace Crossing
16940 Marketplace Drive, Big Lake, MN 55309
6 mi away
60 units · 48 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
The Crossing at Big Lake Station
Multiple Building Addresses, Big Lake, MN 55309
7.9 mi away
33 units · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Albertville Meadows
10740 County Rd 37, Albertville, MN 55301
8 mi away
75 units · 74 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Sunwood (Ramsey) Townhomes (fka Ramsey Th)
Multiple Building Addresses, Ramsey, MN 55303
8.1 mi away
35 units · 27 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
The Seasons
Multiple Building Addresses, Ramsey, MN 55303
8.1 mi away
50 units · 49 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
School View Square Apts Metroplains Mgmt
750 Minnesota Ave, Big Lake, MN 55309
8.2 mi away
50 units · 1–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
The Crossing II Iof Big Lake Limited Partnershp
129 Henry Road, Big Lake, MN 55309
8.2 mi away
38 units · 2–4+ BR
School View Manor
680 Minnesota Ave, Big Lake, MN 55309
8.2 mi away
26 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Greenway Terrace
7562 146th Ave NW, Ramsey, MN 55303
8.5 mi away
54 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Autumn Winds Apts Inh Property Mgmt
121 Euclid Ave, Big Lake, MN 55309
9.6 mi away
25 units · 1 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Albertville Townhomes
Multiple Building Addressees, Albertville, MN 55301
9.9 mi away
37 units · 36 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 55330
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,670/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $66,800/yr
- Renters in 55330 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 44%
Income limits (2026)
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI area · median family income $131,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $27,650 | $46,050 | $73,650 |
| 2 | $31,600 | $52,600 | $84,200 |
| 3 | $35,550 | $59,200 | $94,700 |
| 4 | $39,450 | $65,750 | $105,200 |
| 5 | $42,650 | $71,050 | $113,650 |
| 6 | $45,800 | $76,300 | $122,050 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $81,550 | $130,450 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $86,800 | $138,900 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 55330 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,220 | $1,265 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,370 | $1,427 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,670 | $1,734 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,180 | $2,264 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,440 | $2,538 |
Wider area = Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,580 (55398) to $1,800 (55309).
Census figures for 55330 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,385. Median household income $115,761. 16% of homes are rented. 44% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 11% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 55330's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 55330Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Elk River, MN 55330?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Elk River, MN 55330, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Elk River, MN 55330 have openings?
These lists for Elk River, MN 55330 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Elk River, MN 55330?
Use the phone number on each building card in Elk River, MN 55330. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Elk River, MN 55330?
In Elk River, MN 55330, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 55330?
This directory lists 13 income-restricted buildings in Elk River, MN 55330. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 55330?
Yes — this page also lists 26 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Elk River, MN 55330 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Elk River, MN 55330?
Most income-restricted buildings in Elk River, MN 55330 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $46,050, and $65,750 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($73,650 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Elk River, MN 55330?
For many programs in Elk River, MN 55330, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $46,050 a year for 1 person and $65,750 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $73,650 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Elk River, MN 55330?
There is no single waiting list for Elk River, MN 55330. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Elk River, MN 55330?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Elk River, MN 55330. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Elk River, MN 55330?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Elk River, MN 55330, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Elk River, MN 55330 is $1,670 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Elk River, MN 55330?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Elk River, MN 55330. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Elk River, MN 55330?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Elk River, MN 55330. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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