Highland Apartments -- (Willmar) — Income-Restricted Housing in Willmar, MN 56201
115 Becker Ave SE, Willmar, MN 56201
79 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Leasing office: (320) 235-8637Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (320) 235-8637 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1979
- Bedrooms
- 78 1 bedroom · 1 2 bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 99/100 (Feb 2025) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Lakeview Apartments
300 7th St NW, Willmar, MN 56201
0.5 mi away
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- Apply through Kandiyohi County Hra
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
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Lake Place Apts II
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Rents and income limits in 56201
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,020/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,800/yr
- Renters in 56201 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 44%
Income limits (2026)
Kandiyohi County, MN area · median family income $101,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,300 | $35,500 | $56,800 |
| 2 | $24,350 | $40,600 | $64,900 |
| 3 | $27,400 | $45,650 | $73,000 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $50,700 | $81,100 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $54,800 | $87,600 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $58,850 | $94,100 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $62,900 | $100,600 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $66,950 | $107,100 |
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 | 56201 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $830 | $831 |
| 1 bedroom | $830 | $836 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,020 | $1,026 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,410 | $1,421 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,700 | $1,715 |
Wider area = Kandiyohi County, MN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (56251) to $1,250 (56279).
Census figures for 56201 (2020–2024 average): median rent $910. Median household income $68,804. 37% of homes are rented. 44% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 16% 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 56201's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 56201Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Highland Apartments -- (Willmar)?
Call (320) 235-8637 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Highland Apartments -- (Willmar) in Willmar, MN 56201. These records do not show openings.
Is Highland Apartments -- (Willmar) Section 8 housing?
Highland Apartments -- (Willmar) is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.
How many units are at Highland Apartments -- (Willmar)?
Public records list 79 units at Highland Apartments -- (Willmar) in Willmar, MN 56201. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Highland Apartments -- (Willmar)?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 56201 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 Highland Apartments -- (Willmar)?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Highland Apartments -- (Willmar) in Willmar, MN 56201. 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 Willmar, MN 56201?
Most income-restricted buildings in Willmar, MN 56201 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 $35,500, and $50,700 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($56,800 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 Willmar, MN 56201?
For many programs in Willmar, MN 56201, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $35,500 a year for 1 person and $50,700 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $56,800 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 Willmar, MN 56201?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Willmar, MN 56201, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Willmar, MN 56201 is $1,020 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 Highland Apartments -- (Willmar) take Section 8 vouchers?
Highland Apartments -- (Willmar) is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.
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.