Affordable & Low-Income Housing in North Branch, MN
9 affordable buildings in North Branch
North Branch, MN has 9 income-restricted buildings across 1 ZIP code: 7 tax credit, 1 Section 8, 1 senior, and 1 usda rural. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In North Branch
Uptown Maple Commons (fka North Branch Senior Hous
38799 7th Ave, North Branch, MN 55056
33 units · 32 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Kestrel Meadows Townhomes
Multiple Building Addresses, North Branch, MN 55056
30 units · 29 income-restricted · 3 BR
Oakview Terrace Townhomes
Multiple Building Addresses, North Branch, MN 55056
24 units · 18 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Willow Grove Apartments
38485 14th Avenue, North Branch, MN 55056
20 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Sunrise Ridge Apts
108 Birch St, North Branch, MN 55056
8 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in North Branch match this filter.
Programs in North Branch
- Tax credit
- Section 8
- Seniors
- USDA rural
ZIP codes in North Branch
Nearby cities
Rents and income limits in 55056
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,540/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $61,600/yr
- Renters in 55056 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 56%
Income limits (2026)
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI area · median family income $131,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $27,650 | $46,050 | $73,650 |
| 2 | $31,600 | $52,600 | $84,200 |
| 3 | $35,550 | $59,200 | $94,700 |
| 4 | $39,450 | $65,750 | $105,200 |
| 5 | $42,650 | $71,050 | $113,650 |
| 6 | $45,800 | $76,300 | $122,050 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $81,550 | $130,450 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $86,800 | $138,900 |
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 | 55056 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,120 | $1,265 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,270 | $1,427 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,540 | $1,734 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,040 | $2,264 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,280 | $2,538 |
Wider area = Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,540 (55012) to $1,890 (55079).
Census figures for 55056 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,314. Median household income $95,679. 15% of homes are rented. 56% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 31% 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 55056's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 55056Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in North Branch, MN?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in North Branch, 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 North Branch, MN have openings?
These lists for North Branch, 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 North Branch, MN?
Use the phone number on each building card in North Branch, 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 North Branch, MN?
In North Branch, 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 North Branch, MN?
This directory lists 9 income-restricted buildings in North Branch, 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 North Branch have affordable housing?
Income-restricted buildings in North Branch are listed in 55056 (9).
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in North Branch, MN?
Most income-restricted buildings in North Branch, 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 $46,050, and $65,750 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($73,650 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 North Branch, MN?
For many programs in North Branch, MN, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $46,050 a year for 1 person and $65,750 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $73,650 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 North Branch, MN?
There is no single waiting list for North Branch, 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 North Branch, 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 project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in North Branch, MN. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in North Branch, MN?
In public housing and most Section 8 in North Branch, MN, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near North Branch, MN is $1,540 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 North Branch, MN?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in North Branch, 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 North Branch, MN?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in North Branch, MN. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, 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.
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