Explore housing and support in Minneapolis, Saint Paul and the Twin Cities. Availability can change; contact the provider to confirm details.
Emergency Shelter
Bethel Hotel — Men’s Emergency Shelter
Address: 435 University Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55130
Availability: Emergency shelter for men; intake available 24 hours. Call to confirm current bed availability.
Contact: 651-292-1721
Higher Ground Minneapolis Shelter
Address: 165 Glenwood Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55405
Availability: Emergency shelter for single men. Call Hennepin Shelter Hotline to reserve a bed; availability is not confirmed. Hotline: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–10 p.m.; weekends and holidays 1–9 p.m.
Rent or cost: No-fee beds and $7/night Pay-for-Stay beds; confirm terms
Contact: 612-204-8200
Higher Ground Saint Paul Shelter
Address: 435 Dorothy Day Place, St. Paul, MN 55102
Availability: Emergency shelter for single adults. Reserve through Ramsey County Shelter Entry & Diversion; bed availability is not confirmed. Call Monday–Friday 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Saturday–Sunday 1:30–9:30 p.m.
Contact: 651-266-1050
Hope Street Youth Shelter
Address: 4140 Cheatham Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Availability: Emergency shelter for young adults ages 18–24. Call or visit the provider’s website to check openings; bed availability is not confirmed.
Contact: 612-204-8211
Rental & Housing Assistance
Hennepin County Emergency Short-Term Help
Availability: Apply online or request assistance by phone; eligibility and funding must be confirmed with Hennepin County.
Last checked: 2026-10-27
Contact: 612-596-1300
Hennepin County may provide short-term help during a financial crisis, including housing costs such as damage deposits, shelter, and utility shut-off prevention. Apply online or ask for a mailed application. A phone interview is required.
Hennepin County Renter Counseling
Availability: Renter counseling is open to Hennepin County residents; contact the provider to arrange services.
Last checked: 2026-10-27
Rent or cost: Free renter workshops; contact provider about counseling
Contact: 952-933-9639
Community Action Partnership of Hennepin County offers renter counseling on budgeting, finding affordable housing, leases, deposits, renter rights, and assistance programs. Renter rights workshops are free and require advance registration.
Minneapolis Emergency Rental Assistance
Availability: Contact a participating organization to check current funding and eligibility.
Last checked: 2026-10-27
Contact: 763-344-9934 (Isuroon); 612-887-0670 (Agate)
For Minneapolis renters at risk of eviction who meet the city’s income and notice requirements. Contact a participating organization for screening and application assistance. Isuroon lists Somali, Arabic, English, French and Pashto/Dari language support. The city says applicants with an eviction court summons should use the resources specified on its website.
Ramsey County Emergency Assistance
Availability: Contact Ramsey County to apply and confirm eligibility and available funding.
Last checked: 2026-10-27
Contact: 651-266-4884
Ramsey County offers emergency assistance and emergency general assistance for eligible households facing a financial crisis. Call the county hotline for application, eligibility, and status questions.
Saint Paul Emergency Rental Assistance
Availability: Next application window: November 2–3, 2026. Lottery selection does not guarantee funding. Confirm dates with the city.
Last checked: 2026-10-27
Rent or cost: Up to $3,500 paid to landlord for eligible late rent and fees
Contact: 651-266-6671 (monitored first 3 days of month)
For qualifying Saint Paul renters facing a pending eviction after an unforeseen event. An active lease, eligible income, and an eviction notice or court summons are required. The tenant and landlord must both complete applications. See the city’s page for full eligibility and application details.
Section 8 & Housing Choice Vouchers
Bloomington Housing Choice Voucher Program
Address: 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, MN 55431
Availability: Waiting list open as of October 27, 2026. Apply online; estimated wait is 5–10 years. Confirm current status with Bloomington HRA.
Last checked: 2026-10-27
Contact: 952-563-8937
Bloomington HRA accepts Housing Choice Voucher waiting-list applications through its online portal. The agency estimates a 5–10 year wait and requires responses to periodic email updates to maintain a position. Eligibility is determined by the agency.
Minneapolis Housing Choice Voucher Program
Address: 1001 Washington Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Availability: Waiting list closed to new applications as of October 27, 2026. Check the official page for updates.
Last checked: 2026-10-27
Contact: 612-335-4404 (waitlist status)
The Minneapolis Public Housing Authority administers tenant-based Housing Choice Vouchers. Eligibility and availability are determined by the agency. The phone number is for checking an existing waitlist status.
Saint Paul Housing Choice Voucher Program
Address: 555 Wabasha Street North, Suite 400, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Availability: Waiting list closed to new applications as of October 27, 2026. Check the official page for updates.
Last checked: 2026-10-27
Contact: 651-371-6135 (automated waitlist status)
The Saint Paul Public Housing Agency administers Housing Choice Vouchers. Existing applicants can check their status online or through the automated phone line. Eligibility is determined by the agency.
Housing Waiting Lists
Minneapolis High-Rise Housing — Ages 50–61
Address: 1001 Washington Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Availability: Waiting list open as of October 27, 2026. Confirm current status with MPHA.
Last checked: 2026-10-27
Contact: 612-342-1451
For 1–2 person households with a head of household ages 50–61. Studio and one-bedroom public housing; submit a pre-application through the MPHA portal. Eligibility and placement are determined by MPHA.
Minneapolis High-Rise Housing — Ages 62 and Older
Address: 1001 Washington Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Availability: Waiting list open as of October 27, 2026. Confirm current status with MPHA.
Last checked: 2026-10-27
Contact: 612-342-1451
For 1–2 person households with a head of household age 62 or older. MPHA says this pre-application is not currently online: apply at its main office or request an application by mail.
Minneapolis High-Rise Housing — People with Disabilities
Address: 1001 Washington Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Availability: Waiting list open as of October 27, 2026. Confirm current status with MPHA.
Last checked: 2026-10-27
Contact: 612-342-1451
For 1–2 person households with a disabled head or co-head of household. Apply through the MPHA portal; disability documentation is requested after the pre-application. Eligibility and placement are determined by MPHA.
Saint Paul Multifamily Housing Waiting List
Address: 555 Wabasha Street North, Suite 400, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Availability: Applications close October 30, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Confirm eligibility and current status with Saint Paul PHA.
Last checked: 2026-10-27
Contact: 651-298-5158 (rental office)
Saint Paul PHA multifamily housing waiting list. The agency lists preferences for older adults and people with disabilities, Saint Paul connections, and veterans. Review the official page and online application for current unit sizes and eligibility.
Saint Paul Public Housing Waiting List
Address: 555 Wabasha Street North, Suite 400, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Availability: Applications close October 30, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Confirm eligibility and current status with Saint Paul PHA.
Last checked: 2026-10-27
Contact: 651-298-5158 (rental office)
Low-income public housing waiting list. The agency announces reopening in advance and applies local and veteran preferences; see the official page for details. Check the agency’s online application for current unit sizes and eligibility.