Affordable Housing Resources in Minnesota

Currently 64% of individuals experiencing homelessness have a substance use disorder (SUD). This demonstrates to us the likelihood that individuals suffering from SUD are to experience homelessness at some point. When addressing homelessness in the state of Minnesota, there are many factors involved. From shelters to affordable housing, and incorporating recovery and mental health resources – we must meet this crisis on all fronts. With this in mind, we recently created a resource for affordable mental health resources, updated consistently, that you can access here at any time. Additionally, we’ve compiled some affordable housing resources that anyone can utilize – keep reading to learn more!

*This resource will be updated with new information periodically.

Affordable Housing Options

Alo Apartments – Buffalo, MN
Alo Apartments is a 60 unit building with a mixture of studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms. Alo
Apartments will have tax credit and market rate units, and will also be accepting HRA Vouchers.
[email protected]
Alo Apartments | Apartments in Buffalo, MN

Cecil Newman Plaza – Minneapolis, MN
Cecil Newman Plaza is a 64 unit building within walking distance of the bus line, with Section 8 housing available.
Cecil Newman Plaza
(612) 374-1550

Chicago Avenue Apartments – Minneapolis, MN
Chicago Avenue Apartments offers income-based rent, and within walking distance of the bus line.
Chicago Avenue Apartments | Apartments in Minneapolis, MN
(612) 338-7887

Creek Terrace – Minneapolis, MN
Creek Terrace is located in South Minneapolis, and is within walking distance of the bus line.
Creek Terrace Apartments | Our Properties
(612) 822-2888

Dublin Heights – Mankato, MN
A mixture of 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms, Dublin Heights will have tax credit and market rate units, and be accepting HRA Vouchers.
[email protected]

Elliot Park Apartments – Minneapolis, MN
This complex is located in Elliot Park, and is within walking distance from the bus line.
Elliot Park Apartments | Apartments in Minneapolis, MN
(612) 338-3106

Gateway North East – Minneapolis, MN
This apartment building is located in NE Mpls at the corner of Lowry Ave and Marshall St on the Mississippi Riverfront. The project has 128 units of housing, including 10 set aside for formally homeless families, and ground floor retail.
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Madison Apartments – Minneapolis, MN
Located in Hennepin County, Madison Apartments are within walking distance of the bus line.
Madison Apartments – 501 E 15th St Minneapolis, MN | Apartments.com
(612) 333-7761

Mino-Bimaadiziwin – Minneapolis, MN
This 109 unit building has a mixture of studio 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms. Mino-Bimaadiziwin will have tax credit
units and will also be accepting HRA Vouchers.
[email protected]

Nicollet Towers – Minneapolis, MN
Located in Hennepin County and within walking distance of the bus line, Nicollet Towers is a great option for first-time renters looking for an affordable housing option.
Nicollet Towers – 1350 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, MN | Apartments.com
(612) 874-6530

Parkview Apartments – Minneapolis, MN
Parkview Apartments is a complex of three low-rise buildings and one high-rise, and is within walking distance of the bus line.
Minneapolis Homes – Apartment Community
(612) 377-4050

Plymouth Avenue Townhomes and Apartments – Minneapolis, MN
Located in downtown Minneapolis, Plymouth Avenue Townhomes and Apartments is an equal housing and opportunity provider with Section 8 housing available. Also within walking distance of the bus line, Plymouth Ave is a great option for families or individuals working in the city.
Plymouth Avenue Townhomes and Apartments
(612) 521-3539

The Willows – Shakopee, MN
The Willows is a 60 unit building with a mixture of studio 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms. The Willows will
have tax credit units and will also be accepting HRA Vouchers.
[email protected]

Trail Pointe Ridge – Eden Prairie, MN
Trail Pointe Ridge is a 58 unit building that has a mixture of 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms. This housing opportunity will have tax credit units and will also be accepting HRA Vouchers.
[email protected]

Find More Affordable Resources

There are currently over 7,200 people in the state of Minnesota who are experiencing homelessness on any given night. Even more troubling, around half are people in families. Working in the recovery industry, we know the deep connection between homelessness and substance use disorder – so we are committed to removing this barrier for as many individuals as possible. Check out some of the resources we’ve gathered for you above, and find a bit more support below!

Find Some Support Along the Way

If you are looking for a bit more support as you take these next steps in your recovery, get connected with a Peer! Peers assist individuals in recovery with creating a sustainable, long-term recovery plan that works for them.