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Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul

Name: Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul
Address: 555 Wabasha St N Ste 400, Saint Paul, MN, 55102, US
Telephone: 6512985664

555 Wabasha St N Ste 400, Saint Paul, MN, 55102

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 4 hr ago

About This Property

The Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul operates 5,397 units of affordable housing throughout Saint Paul in Ramsey County. The agency currently maintains a closed waitlist for public housing while accepting applications for its Section 8 program. This housing authority provides rental assistance and housing options for eligible residents in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

This program provides scattered site homes and duplexes with reduced rent to low-income households.

Last verified May 6, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The previous waiting list opening was in November 2024, where 1,200 households were selected through a random drawing, with 95% preference for Saint Paul residents or homeless individuals.

Last verified February 13, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

5397

Fair Market Rent - Ramsey County, MN

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,174
1 Bedroom	$1,327
2 Bedroom	$1,622
3 Bedroom	$2,188
4 Bedroom	$2,478

Income Limits - Ramsey County, MN

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $22,050
Very Low (50%): $36,750
Low (80%): $55,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,200
Very Low (50%): $42,000
Low (80%): $63,950

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $28,350
Very Low (50%): $47,250
Low (80%): $71,950

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,450
Very Low (50%): $52,450
Low (80%): $79,900

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $34,000
Very Low (50%): $56,650
Low (80%): $86,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $36,500
Very Low (50%): $60,850
Low (80%): $92,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $65,050
Low (80%): $99,100

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $69,250
Low (80%): $105,500

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$22,050	$36,750	$55,950
2 Persons	$25,200	$42,000	$63,950
3 Persons	$28,350	$47,250	$71,950
4 Persons	$31,450	$52,450	$79,900
5 Persons	$34,000	$56,650	$86,300
6 Persons	$36,500	$60,850	$92,700
7 Persons	$40,120	$65,050	$99,100
8 Persons	$44,660	$69,250	$105,500

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Saint Paul, MN?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Ramsey County, MN is: $1174 (Studio), $1327 (1BR), $1622 (2BR), $2188 (3BR), $2478 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul have?+

Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul has a total of 5397 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul?+

Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6512985664, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

Is there a waitlist for Public Housing Agency of the City of St Paul?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Ramsey County, MN?+

For a 4-person household in Ramsey County, MN, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $31,450, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $52,450, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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