Thomas Apts (B & R) — Income-Restricted Housing in Rushmore, MN 56168
135 S Thompson Ave, Rushmore, MN 56168
8 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
How to apply
- Find contact info on USDA's Multifamily Housing programs page.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1980
- Bedrooms
- 5 1 bedroom · 3 2 bedrooms
- USDA rental assistance
- 8 units (tenant pays about 30% of income)
- Accessible units
- 1
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Rents and income limits in 56168
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
- Renters in 56168 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 78%
Income limits (2026)
Nobles County, MN area · median family income $83,300. 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 | 56168 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $710 | $749 |
| 1 bedroom | $780 | $823 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,076 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,350 | $1,426 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,430 | $1,508 |
Wider area = Nobles County, MN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (56110) to $1,260 (56117).
Census figures for 56168 (2020–2024 average): median rent $914. Median household income $71,786. 15% of homes are rented. 78% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 19% 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 56168's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 56168Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Thomas Apts (B & R)?
No phone is listed for Thomas Apts (B & R). Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is Thomas Apts (B & R) Section 8 housing?
Thomas Apts (B & R) is listed as income-restricted housing in Rushmore, MN 56168 (usda). It is not labeled as project-based Section 8 in this file. Call to ask which programs they run.
How many units are at Thomas Apts (B & R)?
Public records list 8 units at Thomas Apts (B & R) in Rushmore, MN 56168. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Thomas Apts (B & R)?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 56168 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 Thomas Apts (B & R)?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Thomas Apts (B & R) in Rushmore, MN 56168. 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 Rushmore, MN 56168?
Most income-restricted buildings in Rushmore, MN 56168 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 Rushmore, MN 56168?
For many programs in Rushmore, MN 56168, 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 Rushmore, MN 56168?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Rushmore, MN 56168, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Rushmore, MN 56168 is $1,010 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 Thomas Apts (B & R) take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Thomas Apts (B & R) has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Rushmore, MN 56168 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Thomas Apts (B & R).
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.