About This Property
Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority operates 281 units of public housing in Cold Spring, Minnesota. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
Currently accepting pre-applications for families only, specifically for 20 units with three bedrooms. The SCHRA does not offer a Public Housing program for senior/disabled households and has no preferences; applicants are placed by date and time of application receipt.
Registration is currently closed; a random lottery previously selected 200 applicants for the waiting list. Applicants must not exceed the very low income limit.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Stearns 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 | $877 |
| 1 Bedroom | $906 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,531 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,820 |
Income Limits - Stearns County, MN
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $16,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,650
- Low (80%)
- $44,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $19,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,600
- Low (80%)
- $50,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,550
- Low (80%)
- $56,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,500
- Low (80%)
- $63,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,700
- Low (80%)
- $68,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,850
- Low (80%)
- $73,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $49,000
- Low (80%)
- $78,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,150
- Low (80%)
- $83,450
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $16,600 | $27,650 | $44,250 |
| 2 Persons | $19,000 | $31,600 | $50,600 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $35,550 | $56,900 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $39,500 | $63,200 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $42,700 | $68,300 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $45,850 | $73,350 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $49,000 | $78,400 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $52,150 | $83,450 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Cold Spring, MN?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Stearns County, MN is: $877 (Studio), $906 (1BR), $1155 (2BR), $1531 (3BR), $1820 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority have?+
Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority has a total of 281 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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.
How do I apply for housing at Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority?+
Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3206857771, 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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Stearns County, MN?+
For a 4-person household in Stearns County, MN, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $39,500, Low Income (80% AMI): $63,200. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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