Aitkin Hra — Income-Restricted Housing in Aitkin, MN 56431
215 3rd St SE, Aitkin, MN 56431
145 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through HRA of AITKIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (218) 927-2151Directions
How to apply
- Apply through HRA of AITKIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (218) 927-2151.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 119 1 bedroom · 10 2 bedrooms · 16 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $420/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
NORTHPOINT TOWNHOMES aka Ripple River
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0.7 mi away
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River Hgts/Pinewood
1000 Minnesota Ave S, Aitkin, MN 56431
0.7 mi away
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Indian Carry / Woodland Apts
21745 Indian Carry, Deerwood, MN 56444
10.4 mi away
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- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Pinewood Apartments
23313 Cross Dr, Deerwood, MN 56444
10.6 mi away
12 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Edgewood Apartments
300 3rd Ave NE, Crosby, MN 56441
11.9 mi away
61 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Hra of Crosby, Minnesota
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Rents and income limits in 56431
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,040/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $41,600/yr
- Renters in 56431 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 48%
Income limits (2026)
Aitkin County, MN area · median family income $83,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,600 | $34,300 | $54,900 |
| 2 | $23,550 | $39,200 | $62,750 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $44,100 | $70,600 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $49,000 | $78,400 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,950 | $84,700 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,850 | $90,950 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,800 | $97,250 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,700 | $103,500 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 56431 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $780 | $796 |
| 1 bedroom | $800 | $801 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,040 | $1,048 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,420 | $1,451 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,500 | $1,515 |
Wider area = Aitkin County, MN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,090 (56441) to $1,280 (56455).
Census figures for 56431 (2020–2024 average): median rent $829. Median household income $67,828. 15% of homes are rented. 48% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 26% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 56431's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 56431Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Aitkin Hra?
Apply through HRA of AITKIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA, which runs Aitkin Hra. Call (218) 927-2151. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Aitkin Hra Section 8 housing?
Aitkin Hra is public housing, not a project-based Section 8 contract. Apply with the housing authority. A Housing Choice Voucher is a separate program.
How many units are at Aitkin Hra?
Public records list 145 units at Aitkin Hra in Aitkin, MN 56431. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Aitkin Hra?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 56431 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Aitkin Hra?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Aitkin Hra in Aitkin, MN 56431. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Aitkin, MN 56431?
Most income-restricted buildings in Aitkin, MN 56431 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $34,300, and $49,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($54,900 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Aitkin, MN 56431?
For many programs in Aitkin, MN 56431, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,300 a year for 1 person and $49,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $54,900 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Aitkin, MN 56431?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Aitkin, MN 56431, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Aitkin, MN 56431 is $1,040 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Aitkin Hra take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Aitkin Hra has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Aitkin, MN 56431 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Aitkin Hra.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.