About This Property
Brownstones offers 12 low-income rental units in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, with a mix of four 2-bedroom and eight 3-bedroom apartments. The property, placed in service in 2000, operates under 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit financing and is owned and managed by a non-profit organization.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Housing and Redevelopment Authority of St. Cloud, Minnesota
The waiting lists for Eastwood Apartments, Brownstones Townhomes, and Creeks Townhomes are currently open. Empire Apartments waitlist is closed. Applications for open properties are submitted online.
The Housing Choice Voucher program waiting list is currently closed. Past openings used a lottery system, with preferences for those living, working, or attending school full-time in St. Cloud city limits or Benton, Sherburne, or Wright counties.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 7, 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 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Saint Cloud, 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 Brownstones is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Brownstones?+
Brownstones offers the following unit types: 4 Two-Bedroom, 8 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 12 units.
Is there a waitlist for Brownstones?+
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.
What is the price range for apartments in Saint Cloud, MN?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Stearns County, the estimated price range is: 2-bedroom: $1155, 3-bedroom: $1531. Actual rent at Brownstones may be lower for income-eligible households.
How do I apply for housing at Brownstones?+
Brownstones is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
Who manages Brownstones?+
Brownstones is managed by . You can reach them at .
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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