Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Waltham, MN 55982
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 55982 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Waltham, MN 55982. 2 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 7 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 55982
MOWER CO HRA (Lyle/Rose Creek/Brownsdale)
403 W Main, Brownsdale, MN 55918
5.2 mi away
38 units · 1–2 BR
Pickett Place
808 1st Dr NW, Austin, MN 55912
10.9 mi away
100 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing & Redevelopment Authority of Austin
- Residents waited about 33 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Mandolin Place Apartments
Multiple Building Addresses, Austin, MN 55912
11 mi away
72 units · 71 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Whittier Place Townhomes
Multiple Building Addresses, Austin, MN 55912
11 mi away
32 units · 23 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Murphys Creek
Multiple Building Addresses, Austin, MN 55912
11 mi away
88 units · 38 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Twin Towers
200 1st Ave NE, Austin, MN 55912
11.2 mi away
205 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing & Redevelopment Authority of Austin
- Residents waited about 60 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Scattered Sites
1210 4th Ave SE, Austin, MN 55912
11.2 mi away
56 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Housing & Redevelopment Authority of Austin
- Residents waited about 35 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
North Grove Apt
100 1st Ave NE, Clarks Grove, MN 56016
11.2 mi away
12 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 55982
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,270/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $50,800/yr
Income limits (2026)
Mower County, MN area · median family income $97,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $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 | 55982 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,010 | $752 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,080 | $826 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,270 | $1,080 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,770 | $1,440 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,130 | $1,445 |
Wider area = Mower County, MN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (55918) to $1,430 (55973).
Census figures for 55982 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,188. Median household income $102,344. 6% of homes are rented.
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 55982's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 55982Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Waltham, MN 55982?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Waltham, MN 55982, 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 Waltham, MN 55982 have openings?
These lists for Waltham, MN 55982 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 Waltham, MN 55982?
Use the phone number on each building card in Waltham, MN 55982. 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 Waltham, MN 55982?
In Waltham, MN 55982, 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 55982?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 55982 right now. 2 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 55982?
Yes — this page also lists 2 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Waltham, MN 55982 (within about 7 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Waltham, MN 55982?
Most income-restricted buildings in Waltham, MN 55982 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 Waltham, MN 55982?
For many programs in Waltham, MN 55982, 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 long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Waltham, MN 55982?
There is no single waiting list for Waltham, MN 55982. 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 Waltham, MN 55982?
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 Waltham, MN 55982?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Waltham, MN 55982, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Waltham, MN 55982 is $1,270 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 Waltham, MN 55982?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Waltham, MN 55982. 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 Waltham, MN 55982?
This page may still list buildings in Waltham, MN 55982 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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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.
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