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Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Last Updated
6 hours ago
About Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul
The Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul (PHA Code: MN001) serves Saint Paul, Ramsey County, Minnesota. This agency manages approximately 5,504 assisted housing units, which includes 418 Public Housing units and 5,086 units assisted through Section 8 vouchers.
Currently, the Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul is accepting applications for Multifamily Housing, Multifamily Housing (0-5 Bedroom Apartments), Public Housing, and RAD programs. Other programs, such as HCV and PBV, are currently closed to new applicants. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for eligibility in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI HUD Metro FMR Area is $66,200 per year.
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Multifamily Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 21, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waitlist is for Multifamily Housing apartments with 0-5 bedrooms, offering reduced rent based on income for low-income households.
Multifamily Housing (0-5 Bedroom Apartments) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 21, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This program offers apartments with reduced rent for low-income households, accepting online applications continuously since July 21, 2025. Income limits apply based on household size, and applicants needing reasonable accommodation can submit a written request.
Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Jul 21, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The St. Paul PHA accepts online applications for Multifamily Housing apartments with 0-5 bedrooms, offering reduced rent based on income.
Opening Soon
1 upcomingSection 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Waitlist
Current Status
Currently Closed — Opens Jun 12, 2026
Application Window
Jun 12, 2026 – Jun 18, 2026
Details
The Saint Paul Public Housing Agency will accept online applications for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program from June 12 to June 18, 2026. A random drawing will select 3,500 applicants for the waiting list. 95% of placements are for applicants whose head of household or spouse lives, works, or attends school in Saint Paul, or those deemed homeless through Ramsey County's Coordinated Entry System.
Other Programs
2 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.
Vacancies in Project-Based Voucher (PBV) units are filled by eligible families currently on the PHA Section 8 (HCV) waiting list. For supportive housing PBV units, the housing manager/administrator refers applicants.
Admission preferences may include Saint Paul residency (live, work, or attend school), veterans, elderly (62+), near-elderly (50-61), disabled (18+), and students.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
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 Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul
Check Current Status
Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul currently has 3 open waiting lists (Multifamily Housing, Multifamily Housing (0-5 Bedroom Apartments), RAD). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul, 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 $66,200/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 Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul manages approximately 5,504 assisted housing units (5,086 Section 8, 418 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Saint Paul. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul
Multifamily Housing open
The Multifamily Housing program at Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Paul. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Multifamily Housing (0-5 Bedroom Apartments) open
The Multifamily Housing (0-5 Bedroom Apartments) program at Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Saint Paul. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration open
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Saint Paul maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul 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 Paul. This program serves approximately 5,086 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Saint Paul. 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 closed
Public Housing units at Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul manages approximately 418 Public Housing units in Saint Paul. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is applying at Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul free?
How long is the wait at Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul?
Can I apply to other housing authorities while on this waitlist?
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What are the income limits for Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul?
Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $66,200. 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 | $27,800 | $46,350 | $72,950 |
| 2 Persons | $31,800 | $53,000 | $83,400 |
| 3 Persons | $35,750 | $59,600 | $93,800 |
| 4 Persons | $39,700 | $66,200 | $104,200 |
| 5 Persons | $42,900 | $71,500 | $112,550 |
| 6 Persons | $46,100 | $76,800 | $120,900 |
| 7 Persons | $49,250 | $82,100 | $129,250 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $87,400 | $137,550 |
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 Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul — including across state lines.