HRA IN AND FOR THE CITY OF ALBERT LEA, MINNESOTA
800 S 4th Ave, Albert Lea, MN, 56007 · ~335 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Albert Lea, MN (2026)
Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency. Full county data: Freeborn County
Who this agency serves
HRA IN AND FOR THE CITY OF ALBERT LEA, MINNESOTA served 279 households across 335 units (83% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 1.8 people, an average annual income of $18,239, and pays an average of $399 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 279 of 335 units
- Avg. household income
- $18,239
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $399
- Avg. household size
- 1.8 people
- Households with children
- 31%
- Head of household 62+
- 28%
- Head of household with a disability
- 43%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 3 months
Unit mix: 61% 1-bedroom, 20% 2-bedroom, 18% 3-bedroom.
Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.
Public housing inspection scores
HUD conducts physical inspections of public housing developments under the REAC (Real Estate Assessment Center) program. Scores run 0–100: 90+ is High Performer, 60–89 is Standard, below 60 is Troubled. This agency administers 1 development with an average score of 94 (High Performer).
| Development | City | Score | Protocol | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SHADEY OAKES | Albert Lea | 94 High Performer | NSPIRE | Jan 2024 |
Source: HUD REAC Physical Inspection Scores — data reflects the most recent inspection for each development. See Understanding REAC and NSPIRE inspection scores for methodology details.
Income-restricted housing in Albert Lea, MN
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
TRAILSIDE APARTMENTS
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, ALBERT LEA, MN, 56007108 income-restricted units of 110 total55 1BR, 43 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20079% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037THE LOFTS AT LEA CENTER
139 WILLIAMS E, ALBERT LEA, MN, 5600737 income-restricted units22 1BR, 15 2BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036PICKEREL PARK TOWNHOMES
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, ALBERT LEA, MN, 5600723 income-restricted units of 24 total12 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031GRAY GABLES APARTMENTS
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, ALBERT LEA, MN, 5600744 income-restricted units of 45 total8 1BR, 26 2BR, 14 3BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact HRA IN AND FOR THE CITY OF ALBERT LEA, MINNESOTA directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.
Evaluating this market
Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.