Workforce Housing

Quality affordable apartments for working families and individuals who earn too much for traditional public housing but struggle to find affordable market-rate housing.

Modern workforce housing apartment building

About Workforce Housing

Workforce housing serves families and individuals who work in our community but find it difficult to afford market-rate housing. These are teachers, healthcare workers, retail employees, service industry workers, and others whose incomes fall in the "gap" between low-income housing eligibility and market-rate affordability.

Dakota County CDA develops and manages workforce housing properties that offer below-market rents without requiring income-based rent calculations.

Program Features

  • Below-Market Rents

    Fixed rents set below comparable market-rate units in the area.

  • Quality Apartments

    Modern amenities including in-unit laundry, updated appliances, and community spaces.

  • Convenient Locations

    Properties near employment centers, transit, schools, and services.

  • Professional Management

    Responsive on-site management and 24-hour emergency maintenance.

Eligibility

Workforce housing typically serves households earning between 50-80% of Area Median Income:

Household SizeIncome Range
1 Person$34,350 - $54,950
2 Persons$39,250 - $62,800
3 Persons$44,150 - $70,650
4 Persons$49,050 - $78,500

Available Properties

Gateway Apartments modern building

Gateway Apartments

Eagan, MN

1-3 BR | $1,100-$1,650/mo

Prairie View Commons exterior

Prairie View Commons

Lakeville, MN

2-3 BR | $1,350-$1,750/mo

How to Apply

  1. Contact our office or visit the property to inquire about availability.
  2. Complete an application and provide income documentation.
  3. Pass background and credit screening.
  4. Sign lease and move in!