680 Minnesota Avenue, Big Lake, MN 55309
Waiting List Forecast: Likely Long or Closed for Rent Assisted units, and Likely Short or None for other affordable units
Verified for 2021 by Colleen Carter, Joshua Cappell| Rent | Beds | Baths | SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Call for Rents† | 1 - 3 Beds | 1 Bath | 624 - 1,026 Sq Ft |
Since this property is a USDA 515 and LIHTC property that might have rental assistance for some or all units, there might be seperate or split waiting lists for rental assistance and non-rental assistance units. In this case, the rental assistance waiting list can be much longer than properties without rental assistance. The non-rental assistance units waiting list is likely much shorter or it may not have a waiting list at all. You should contact the property to verify.
Note: Affordable Housing Online has not confirmed the waiting list status directly with the property. This waiting list status forecast is based on our housing experts' knowledge of similar properties. You should always confirm this status directly with the property.
School View Square Apartments offers affordable living for families of all types in our spacious one, two and three bedroom apartments, as well as our three bedroom townhomes. Our complex offers secured entry, a playground, community room and is located across from Big Lake Schools. The apartments have laundry facilities on each floor and heat is included in the monthly rent. The townhomes have a full size washer and dryer in each unit and central heat and air that is controlled and paid by the resident.
Because it participates in the USDA Section 515 Rural Rental Housing program, School View Square is likely located in a rural community and may be one of only a few rental housing choices in the area. To qualify for residency in a Section 515 property, you must earn 80% or less of Area Median Income (AMI). However, this property also participates in the LIHTC program. As a LIHTC property that chose the 40/60 election, this property has agreed to set aside at least 40% of its units for families and individuals earning 60% of Area Median Income (AMI). Many properties have actually set aside more units than required by law, and in many cases all of the units at these properties are affordable to renters with lower incomes. Since this property also participates in USDA's Section 521 Rental Assistance program, residents who earn 50% of the AMI or less may qualify for a subsidy that limits your rent payment to 30% of your income. The Section 521 subsidy may be attached to all or just some of the units. Since this property has benefited from the LIHTC program, it is likely to be in better condition and offer more amenities than other Section 515 properties. These properties are almost always owned and managed by private/corporate owners or nonprofits. If you live in a rural area and need help paying your rent, this property may be good for you.
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| Unit (Bd/Ba) | Ft2 | Rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 BR (1/1) | 624ft2 | Rent is Based On Your Income† |
| 2 BR (2/1) | 737ft2 | Rent is Based On Your Income† |
| 3 BR TH (3/1) | 1026ft2 | Rent is Based On Your Income† |
| 3 BR (3/1) | 926ft2 | Rent is Based On Your Income† |
| AMI* | 1 person | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50% AMI for LIHTC Units | $31,650 / year | $36,150 / year | $40,650 / year | $45,150 / year | $48,800 / year | $52,400 / year |
| 50% AMI for PBRA Units | $31,650 / year | $36,150 / year | $40,650 / year | $45,150 / year | $48,800 / year | $52,400 / year |
| 60% AMI for LIHTC Units | $37,980 / year | $43,380 / year | $48,780 / year | $54,180 / year | $58,560 / year | $62,880 / year |
*AMI: Area Median Income. Renters qualify for different housing programs if their income is below a specified percentage of AMI.
Does School View Square have a waiting list?
School View Square probably has a waiting list. Since our research has shown there is a project-based rental assistance associated with this property, the waiting list would be for the rent-assisted units. We haven't confirmed if this is the case, so you should contact the property to confirm.
Are rents subsidized at School View Square?
We believe rents are most likely subsidized at all or some of the units since our research has turned up at least one public housing or rental assistance contract probably associated with this property.
In addition to School View Square, how many other affordable housing properties (and units) are there in Big Lake?
In addition to School View Square, we list 4 other affordable properties in Big Lake. Learn about these properties here. Our data research shows that there are a total of 190 affordable units in Big Lake.
115 Henry Rd, Big Lake, Minnesota 55309
750 Minnesota Ave, Big Lake, Minnesota 55309
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