Rental Assistance
Rental Assistance Programs
Rental assistance programs can help reduce housing costs and support individuals and families with limited income. Explore options available in Austin, Albert Lea, and Owatonna.
Austin Area Programs
Austin Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Section 8 Vouchers
Rent is typically based on about 30% of your household income. Participants find their own rental unit.
Public Housing
Government-funded housing where rent is based on income. Assistance stays with the unit.
308 2nd Ave NE, Austin
Phone: 507-433-1866
Mower County HRA
Offers Section 8 vouchers and public housing across Mower County, including smaller communities.
59039 220th St, Austin
Phone: 507-434-5556
Bridges Assistance Program
Rental assistance for individuals with serious and persistent mental illness. Provides support while waiting for Section 8.
Apply through Austin HRA
Semcac (Mower County)
Emergency assistance for rent, utilities, and furnace repair or replacement.
111 N Main St, Suite 201, Austin
Phone: 507-433-5889
Albert Lea Area Programs
Albert Lea Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Offers Section 8 vouchers and public housing units.
800 4th Ave S, Albert Lea
Phone: 507-377-4375
Semcac (Albert Lea)
Emergency housing and utility assistance.
204 W Clark St, Albert Lea
Phone: 507-373-1329
Owatonna Area Programs
Owatonna Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Section 8 vouchers and public housing programs.
540 W Hills Circle, Owatonna
Phone: 507-774-7318
Steele County Transitional Housing
Rental assistance and transitional housing support.
560 Dunnell Dr #212, Owatonna
Phone: 507-446-9315
Semcac (Owatonna)
Emergency assistance for rent and utilities.
545 Dunnell Dr, Owatonna
Phone: 507-451-7134