Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Oronoco, MN 55960
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 55960 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Oronoco, MN 55960. 40 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 55960
The 20 closest of 40 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Harvestview Place II Limited Partnership
5320 56th Street NW, Rochester, MN 55901
4.2 mi away
76 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Harvestview Place
5340 56th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901
4.2 mi away
54 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
High Pointe II Apartments
1830 High Point Lane NW, Rochester, MN 55901
4.6 mi away
55 units · 54 income-restricted · 1 BR
HIGH POINTE aka Rochester VOA Eld Hsing
1800 High Pointe Ln NW, Rochester, MN 55901
4.6 mi away
40 units · 39 income-restricted · 1 BR
Rochester Senior Housing
3461 Kenosha Dr NW, Rochester, MN 55901
5.6 mi away
54 units · 53 income-restricted · 1 BR
Valleyhigh Flats II
3450 Kenosha Dr NW, Rochester, MN 55901
5.6 mi away
51 units · 1 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Jeremiah Program Rochester Limited Partnership
2915 Jeremiah Lane NW, Rochester, MN 55901
5.8 mi away
40 units · 2–3 BR · People experiencing homelessness
Gage East Apartments
920 40th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901
6 mi away
55 units · Studio–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
ALLENDALE HOUSE / Bear Crk of Roch.
2847 19th Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901
6.4 mi away
6 units · People with disabilities
Sunrise Townhomes
Multiple Building Addresses, Rochester, MN 55901
6.4 mi away
24 units · 23 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Georgetowne Homes
Multiple Building Addresses, Rochester, MN 55901
6.4 mi away
100 units · 52 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Bella Grove Apartments
4321 Marigold Place NW, Rochester, MN 55901
6.4 mi away
128 units · 1–3 BR
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No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 55960
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,510/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $60,400/yr
- Renters in 55960 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 34%
Income limits (2026)
Rochester, MN area · median family income $135,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $28,550 | $47,550 | $74,800 |
| 2 | $32,600 | $54,350 | $85,450 |
| 3 | $36,700 | $61,150 | $96,150 |
| 4 | $40,750 | $67,900 | $106,800 |
| 5 | $44,050 | $73,350 | $115,350 |
| 6 | $47,300 | $78,800 | $123,900 |
| 7 | $50,550 | $84,200 | $132,450 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $89,650 | $141,000 |
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 | 55960 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,260 | $1,183 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,300 | $1,226 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,510 | $1,422 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,090 | $1,969 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,520 | $2,377 |
Wider area = Rochester, MN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $1,270 (55906) to $1,470 (55901).
Census figures for 55960 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,200 (uncertain estimate). Median household income $130,227. 7% of homes are rented. 34% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 12% 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 55960's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 55960Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Oronoco, MN 55960?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Oronoco, MN 55960, 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 Oronoco, MN 55960 have openings?
These lists for Oronoco, MN 55960 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 Oronoco, MN 55960?
Use the phone number on each building card in Oronoco, MN 55960. 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 Oronoco, MN 55960?
In Oronoco, MN 55960, 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 55960?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 55960 right now. 40 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 55960?
Yes — this page also lists 40 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Oronoco, MN 55960 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Oronoco, MN 55960?
Most income-restricted buildings in Oronoco, MN 55960 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 $47,550, and $67,900 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($74,800 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 Oronoco, MN 55960?
For many programs in Oronoco, MN 55960, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $47,550 a year for 1 person and $67,900 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $74,800 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 Oronoco, MN 55960?
There is no single waiting list for Oronoco, MN 55960. 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 Oronoco, MN 55960?
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 Oronoco, MN 55960?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Oronoco, MN 55960, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Oronoco, MN 55960 is $1,510 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 Oronoco, MN 55960?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Oronoco, MN 55960. 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 Oronoco, MN 55960?
This page may still list buildings in Oronoco, MN 55960 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; 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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