Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Blue Earth, MN
3 affordable buildings in Blue Earth
Blue Earth, MN has 3 income-restricted buildings across 1 ZIP code: 1 public housing, 2 Section 8, and 1 senior. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In Blue Earth
Blue Earth City Hra
220 E 7th St Apt 111, Blue Earth, MN 56013
54 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Hra of the City of Blue Earth, Minnesota
No buildings in Blue Earth match this filter.
Programs in Blue Earth
- Public housing
- Section 8
- Seniors
ZIP codes in Blue Earth
Nearby cities
Housing authorities
Public housing in Blue Earth is run by these agencies. Apply with them, not at the building.
- Hra of the City of Blue Earth, MinnesotaCall (507) 526-2981
Rents and income limits in 56013
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,070/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,800/yr
- Renters in 56013 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 42%
Income limits (2026)
Faribault County, MN area · median family income $88,200. 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 | 56013 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $750 | $706 |
| 1 bedroom | $910 | $859 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,070 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,460 | $1,386 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,470 | $1,391 |
Wider area = Faribault County, MN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (56033) to $1,110 (56039).
Census figures for 56013 (2020–2024 average): median rent $945. Median household income $71,553. 25% of homes are rented. 42% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 13% 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 56013's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 56013Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Blue Earth, MN?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Blue Earth, MN, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Blue Earth, MN have openings?
These lists for Blue Earth, MN don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Blue Earth, MN?
Use the phone number on each building card in Blue Earth, MN. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Blue Earth, MN?
In Blue Earth, MN, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in Blue Earth, MN?
This directory lists 3 income-restricted buildings in Blue Earth, MN. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Which ZIP codes in Blue Earth have affordable housing?
Income-restricted buildings in Blue Earth are listed in 56013 (3).
Where do I apply for public housing in Blue Earth?
Public housing in Blue Earth is run by Hra of the City of Blue Earth, Minnesota. Apply with that agency, not at the building. For project-based Section 8 and tax-credit apartments, call the phone number on the building card.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Blue Earth, MN?
Most income-restricted buildings in Blue Earth, MN 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 Blue Earth, MN?
For many programs in Blue Earth, MN, 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 long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Blue Earth, MN?
There is no single waiting list for Blue Earth, MN. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Blue Earth, MN?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists public housing, project-based Section 8 in Blue Earth, MN. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Blue Earth, MN?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Blue Earth, MN, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Blue Earth, MN is $1,070 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Blue Earth, MN?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Blue Earth, MN. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Blue Earth, MN?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Blue Earth, MN. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
Sources: HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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