Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Lafayette, MN 56054
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 56054 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Lafayette, MN 56054. 9 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 11 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 56054
Sunset Apts
6th St NW, Winthrop, MN 55396
7.5 mi away
12 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Broadway Haus/Scattered
300 N Broadway St, New Ulm, MN 56073
9.5 mi away
50 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through New Ulm Economic Development Authority
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
New Ulm School Limited Partnership
15 North State Street, New Ulm, MN 56073
9.7 mi away
49 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Highland Homes aka Sunset Apts
1610 Sunset Ave, New Ulm, MN 56073
10.4 mi away
97 units · 21 income-restricted · People with disabilities
River View Estates
Multiple Building Addresses, New Ulm, MN 56073
16.8 mi away
24 units · 19 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 56054
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,060/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,400/yr
Income limits (2026)
Mankato, MN area · median family income $106,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,400 | $37,300 | $59,650 |
| 2 | $25,600 | $42,600 | $68,200 |
| 3 | $28,800 | $47,950 | $76,700 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $53,250 | $85,200 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $57,550 | $92,050 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $61,800 | $98,850 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $66,050 | $105,650 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $70,300 | $112,500 |
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 | 56054 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $880 | $1,016 |
| 1 bedroom | $880 | $1,023 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,060 | $1,230 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,470 | $1,703 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,730 | $1,744 |
Wider area = Mankato, MN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (55396) to $1,110 (56073).
Census figures for 56054 (2020–2024 average): median rent $940. Median household income $93,214. 11% 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 56054's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 56054Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Lafayette, MN 56054?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Lafayette, MN 56054, 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 Lafayette, MN 56054 have openings?
These lists for Lafayette, MN 56054 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 Lafayette, MN 56054?
Use the phone number on each building card in Lafayette, MN 56054. 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 Lafayette, MN 56054?
In Lafayette, MN 56054, 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 56054?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 56054 right now. 9 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 56054?
Yes — this page also lists 9 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Lafayette, MN 56054 (within about 11 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Lafayette, MN 56054?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lafayette, MN 56054 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 $37,300, and $53,250 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($59,650 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 Lafayette, MN 56054?
For many programs in Lafayette, MN 56054, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $37,300 a year for 1 person and $53,250 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $59,650 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 Lafayette, MN 56054?
There is no single waiting list for Lafayette, MN 56054. 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 Lafayette, MN 56054?
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 Lafayette, MN 56054?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lafayette, MN 56054, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lafayette, MN 56054 is $1,060 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 Lafayette, MN 56054?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Lafayette, MN 56054. 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 Lafayette, MN 56054?
This page may still list buildings in Lafayette, MN 56054 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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