Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Brimson, MN 55602
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 55602 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Brimson, MN 55602. 5 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 19 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 55602
H Lakes
900 Dorchester Dr, Hoyt Lakes, MN 55750
17.3 mi away
24 units · 23 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Two Harbors Hra
505 1st Ave Apt 111, Two Harbors, MN 55616
23.9 mi away
58 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through HRA of TWO HARBORS, MINNESOTA
- Residents waited about 13 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Harbor Point
101 3rd Ave, Two Harbors, MN 55616
24 mi away
41 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Broadview Manor
120 W Ohio Ave, Gilbert, MN 55741
27.7 mi away
49 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Hra of Gilbert, Minnesota
Hilltop Homes
908 Clay Ct, Eveleth, MN 55734
30 mi away
34 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through HRA of EVELETH, MINNESOTA
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Columbia Apts/Rouchleau Apts
602 N 3rd Ave, Virginia, MN 55792
31.7 mi away
147 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through HRA of VIRGINIA, MINNESOTA
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Alice Nettell Tower
550 N 3rd Ave, Virginia, MN 55792
31.8 mi away
156 units · 155 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 55602
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,230/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $49,200/yr
Income limits (2026)
Duluth, MN-WI area · median family income $101,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,250 | $35,400 | $56,650 |
| 2 | $24,300 | $40,450 | $64,750 |
| 3 | $27,350 | $45,500 | $72,850 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $50,550 | $80,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $54,600 | $87,400 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $58,650 | $93,850 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $62,700 | $100,350 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $66,750 | $106,800 |
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 | 55602 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $860 | $841 |
| 1 bedroom | $980 | $961 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,230 | $1,207 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,700 | $1,671 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,050 | $2,017 |
Wider area = Duluth, MN-WI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,110 (55763) to $1,420 (55616).
Census figures for 55602 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $73,750. 1% of homes are rented.
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 55602's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 55602Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Brimson, MN 55602?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Brimson, MN 55602, 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 Brimson, MN 55602 have openings?
These lists for Brimson, MN 55602 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 Brimson, MN 55602?
Use the phone number on each building card in Brimson, MN 55602. 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 Brimson, MN 55602?
In Brimson, MN 55602, 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 ZIP 55602?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 55602 right now. 5 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 55602?
Yes — this page also lists 5 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Brimson, MN 55602 (within about 19 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Brimson, MN 55602?
Most income-restricted buildings in Brimson, MN 55602 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 $35,400, and $50,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($56,650 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 Brimson, MN 55602?
For many programs in Brimson, MN 55602, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $35,400 a year for 1 person and $50,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $56,650 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 Brimson, MN 55602?
There is no single waiting list for Brimson, MN 55602. 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 Brimson, MN 55602?
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. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Brimson, MN 55602?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Brimson, MN 55602, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Brimson, MN 55602 is $1,230 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 Brimson, MN 55602?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Brimson, MN 55602. 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 Brimson, MN 55602?
This page may still list buildings in Brimson, MN 55602 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); 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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