What Mora Housing and Redevelopment Authority does

Mora Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) is a public housing authority established by the City of Mora, Minnesota, that administers federal, state, and locally funded housing assistance programs to qualifying low-income households. Its core service portfolio comprises five owned/managed affordable housing properties totaling 114+ units: Dala House (24 units, USDA/RD Section 515), Pine Crest Manor (43 units, HUD Public Housing), Vasa House (23 units, HUD 202 Elderly), Mysa House (24 units, LIHTC/Project-Based Section 8, managed by D.W. Jones Management), and the Eastwood Senior Living Community (independent living, assisted living, and memory care). The Authority also administers the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program across a four-county service area covering Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, and Pine Counties, and operates the Eastwood Life Enrichment Center (LEC), a senior community center offering free programming and rentable event space. All properties and programs are income-based; HCV participants pay at least 30% of monthly household income toward rent, with the HRA covering the balance to landlords.

The business model is fundamentally subsidy-driven rather than market-driven. Primary revenue comes from federal HUD operating subsidies for public housing, administrative fees for HCV program administration, and income-based tenant rents. A minor ancillary revenue stream is generated through LEC facility rentals at $20/hour with a 4-hour minimum plus a $100 refundable deposit. The organization holds a regulatory monopoly as the designated PHA for its service area, and demand structurally exceeds supply — all programs maintain waiting lists, with the HCV waiting list currently closed. Distribution is direct: applications are accepted by phone, fax, email, and in-person at 160 Valhalla Circle, Mora, MN. Customer acquisition relies on social service agency referrals, word-of-mouth, newspaper advertising, internet search, and walk-in inquiries rather than digital or paid marketing channels. No proprietary technology stack is in use; the HRA runs standard public-housing administration processes. The Authority is governed by a five-member Board of Directors (Chairman Jake Mathison, Vice Chair Roberta Folkestad, Secretary Robert Jensen, Board Members Jack L'Heureux and Bryan Schaupp) with Karen serving as Executive Director, and operates under the City of Mora as parent entity.

The HRA's strategic positioning centers on serving as the sole local conduit for federal housing assistance in a rural Minnesota service area, with a particular emphasis on senior care through the Eastwood campus and on building a wraparound social services ecosystem via partnerships with Lakes and Pines CAC, the Seven County Senior Federation, the Central MN Council on Aging, Bridges Rental Assistance, and Minnesota Housing.

Name

Mora Housing and Redevelopment Authority

Legal name

Mora Housing and Redevelopment Authority

Website

https://morahra.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

The Mora Housing and Redevelopment Authority is a government-established public housing authority in Mora, Minnesota, administering federal HUD housing programs across 114+ affordable housing units in five properties and a Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program serving four counties, serving low-income households, seniors, and people with disabilities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Housing Services

NAICS

Administration of Housing Programs (92511), Lessors of Residential Buildings and Dwellings (53111), Rental and Leasing Services (532)

SIC

Operators Of Apartment Buildings (6513), Real Estate Operators (No Developers) & Lessors (6510)

akta.pro primary industry

Affordable & Subsidized Housing Property Management (LIHTC, Section 8) (BPAJAFAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Housing Voucher & Rental Assistance Programs (Tenant-Based/Project-Based) (FSALAKAI), Public & Affordable Housing Programs (Subsidies, Vouchers, Public Housing) (BPAIANAA)

Keywords

• Public housing services
• Affordable rental housing
• Housing choice vouchers
• Senior living services
• Low-income housing programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Mora

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Federal Housing Assistance Administration: Administers federal, state, and locally funded housing assistance programs. Revenue comes from federal HUD funding for public housing operations and Section 8 HCV program administration.
2. Tenant Rent Payments: Income-based rent from tenants in public housing units. Tenants pay rent based on their family income, with the HRA owning and managing the properties.
3. Eastwood Life Enrichment Center Facility Rental: Rental of Eastwood LEC facility to public groups, private parties, and businesses for events. Rate is $20/hour with 4-hour minimum plus $100 refundable security deposit.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Mora Housing and Redevelopment Authority is a public housing authority established by the City of Mora, Minnesota, that owns and manages five income-based apartment properties (Dala House, Pine Crest Manor, Vasa House, Mysa House, and Eastwood Senior Living Community) and administers the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program across Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, and Pine Counties. The Authority also operates the Eastwood Life Enrichment Center, a senior community center offering free programs, classes, entertainment, and rental space for events.

Product overview

Mora Housing and Redevelopment Authority operates as a public housing authority providing affordable housing and rental assistance. The portfolio consists of five income-based apartment properties: Dala House (24 units, Section 515), Pine Crest Manor (43 units, HUD Public Housing), Vasa House (23 units, HUD 202 Elderly), Mysa House (24 units, LIHTC/Section 8), and Eastwood Senior Living Community (assisted living/memory care). The Authority also administers the Eastwood Life Enrichment Center, a senior community center, and the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program serving four counties. Tenants pay rent based on family income across all properties.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Eastwood Senior Living Community: Senior living campus with independent and assisted living apartments as well as memory care, located at 170 Valhalla Circle, Mora, MN
• Eastwood Life Enrichment Center

Products and services

• Dala House Dala House is a 24-unit affordable apartment complex at 470 Bean Ave, Mora, MN, offering 1 and 2 bedroom units under the USDA/RD Section 515 program with income-based eligibility and congregate dining available on weekdays. It is owned and managed by Mora HRA for income-eligible households.
• Pine Crest Manor Pine Crest Manor is a 43-unit HUD Public Housing property at 420 Bean Ave, Mora, MN offering 1 bedroom units with heat, electric, water, sewer, and trash included in rent for income-eligible households.
• Vasa House Vasa House is a 23-unit HUD 202 Elderly housing property at 155 Valhalla Circle, Mora, MN featuring 1 bedroom units with an all-season porch, on-site laundry facilities, and a rustic setting with a wildlife pond. It serves seniors and is located across from the Eastwood Life Enrichment Center.
• Mysa House Mysa House is a 24-unit LIHTC/Project-Based Section 8 property at 141 Valhalla Circle, Mora, MN offering 1 and 2 bedroom units with full-size washer/dryer in each unit, pet-friendly and smoke-free policies, and professional property management by D.W. Jones Management.
• Eastwood Senior Living Community Eastwood Senior Living Community is a senior living campus at 170 Valhalla Circle, Mora, MN offering an affordable continuum of senior housing with private assisted living and memory care apartments connected to the Eastwood Life Enrichment Center, designed to promote independence, dignity, and choice for residents.
• Eastwood Life Enrichment Center (LEC) Eastwood Life Enrichment Center is a senior community center owned and operated by Mora HRA at the Eastwood campus, providing free programs, classes, entertainment, and social opportunities for seniors. The facility features state-of-the-art technology including high-speed wireless internet, Blu-Ray/DVD, multiple input presentation, and video conferencing capabilities, and is available for public facility rental at $20/hour.
• Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program The Housing Choice Voucher Program is a federally funded rental assistance program administered by Mora HRA to assist low-income families with monthly rent payments. Families pay at least 30% of monthly household income toward rent and utilities, and Mora HRA pays the remaining balance directly to landlords. The program covers Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, and Pine Counties in Minnesota.

Quantifiable outcome

• Families pay 30% of monthly household income toward rent under HCV Program
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• D.W. Jones ManagementcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorD.W. Jones Management provides professional property management services for Mysa House apartments. Mysa House is owned by Mora HRA but managed by D.W. Jones Management who handles applications and inquiries for this property.
• Blandin FoundationminorOthersBlandin Foundation provided a grant that enabled the Eastwood Life Enrichment Center to install state-of-the-art technology including high-speed wireless internet, Blue-Ray/DVD, multiple input presentation capabilities, and video conferencing capabilities.
• Government, non-profit and private agenciescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMora HRA partners with other government, non-profit and private agencies to connect families and seniors with local support resources and promote self sufficiency. The LEC also partners with local agencies for educational opportunities.
• Lakes and Pines CAC, Inc.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferenced as an Other Resource partner providing Energy Assistance. Located at 1700 Maple Ave E with phone (800) 832-6082.
• Seven County Senior FederationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferenced as an Other Resource partner providing Senior Counseling on Insurance, housing, and taxes. Located at 47 Park Street N, Suite 7 with phone (320) 679-4700.
• Central MN Council on AgingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferenced as an Other Resource partner. Located at 250 Riverside Ave. N, Suite 300, Sartell, MN 56377 with phone (320) 253-9349.
• Bridges Rental Assistance (Lakes & Pines CAC, Inc.)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferenced as an Other Resource partner for Bridges Rental Assistance. Located at 1700 Maple Ave with phone (320) 679-1800, ext. 163.
• Minnesota Housing (Bridges Rental Assistance)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferenced as an Other Resource partner providing Bridges Rental Assistance Information through Minnesota Housing.
• Bridges Program for Region 7EminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferenced as an Other Resource partner for Adult Mental Health Initiative. Contact: Amanda Stevenson, Region 7E Adult Mental Health Initiative Planner at (763) 689-1711.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• Stearns County Housing and Redevelopment Authority: Central Minnesota HRA operating affordable housing programs in the St. Cloud region. Comparable as a non-metro Minnesota HRA serving a rural/small-city population similar to Mora.
• Olmsted County Housing and Redevelopment Authority: Rochester, MN-area HRA administering affordable rental housing and housing assistance. Comparable as a Minnesota regional HRA serving a similar mid-sized community footprint.

Direct peers

• Minneapolis Public Housing Authority: Minnesota's largest urban PHA, administering HUD Public Housing and Section 8 HCV across Minneapolis. Closest direct comparable as a Minnesota PHA operating the same core federal housing programs, though at much larger scale.
• Dakota County Community Development Agency: Minnesota CDA/HRA administering Section 8 vouchers, public housing, and affordable rental developments in Dakota County. Comparable as a Minnesota housing authority operating federal affordable housing programs.
• Saint Paul Public Housing Agency: Twin Cities PHA administering Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, public housing units, and project-based rental assistance. Direct comparable as a Minnesota PHA running the same federal program stack.
• Washington County Housing and Redevelopment Authority: Minnesota county HRA providing affordable rental housing and Section 8 administration. Direct comparable as another Minnesota HRA administering the same federal program types.
• Anoka County Housing and Redevelopment Authority: Twin Cities metro-area HRA providing affordable housing and rental assistance. Comparable Minnesota housing authority administering HUD-funded programs at similar mid-sized scale.
• Hennepin County Housing and Redevelopment Authority: Minnesota county-level HRA administering affordable housing programs including senior housing. Comparable as a Minnesota HRA running mixed-income, multifamily affordable housing portfolios.

Broad incumbents

• National Church Residences: Large national nonprofit operating affordable senior housing communities including assisted living and memory care. Comparable as a provider of subsidized senior housing with continuum-of-care services similar to Eastwood Senior Living.
• Volunteers of America National Services: National nonprofit operating affordable housing, senior living, and supportive services across multiple states. Comparable for its mixed affordable/senior housing portfolio and government-funded operating model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/morahousingauthority

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

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