Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Ellsworth, MN 56129
1 affordable building in 56129 · 2 more within 10 mi
Ellsworth, MN 56129 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 Section 8. 2 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 56129
No buildings in 56129 match this filter.
Nearby
Rock Rapids
105 S Lincoln St, Rock Rapids, IA 51246
8.9 mi away
36 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Rock Rapids Municipal Housing Agency
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Rosewood Heights
1202 S 3rd Ave, Rock Rapids, IA 51246
9.8 mi away
56 units · 34 income-restricted · 1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 56129
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
- Renters in 56129 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 27%
Income limits (2026)
Nobles County, MN area · median family income $83,300. 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 | 56129 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $720 | $749 |
| 1 bedroom | $780 | $823 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,076 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,370 | $1,426 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,450 | $1,508 |
Wider area = Nobles County, MN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (51246) to $1,010 (56110).
Census figures for 56129 (2020–2024 average): median rent $625. Median household income $62,614. 17% of homes are rented. 27% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 14% 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 56129's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 56129Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Ellsworth, MN 56129?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Ellsworth, MN 56129, 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 Ellsworth, MN 56129 have openings?
These lists for Ellsworth, MN 56129 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 Ellsworth, MN 56129?
Use the phone number on each building card in Ellsworth, MN 56129. 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 Ellsworth, MN 56129?
In Ellsworth, MN 56129, 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 56129?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Ellsworth, MN 56129. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 56129?
Yes — this page also lists 2 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Ellsworth, MN 56129 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Ellsworth, MN 56129?
Most income-restricted buildings in Ellsworth, MN 56129 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 Ellsworth, MN 56129?
For many programs in Ellsworth, MN 56129, 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 Ellsworth, MN 56129?
There is no single waiting list for Ellsworth, MN 56129. 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 Ellsworth, MN 56129?
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. This page lists project-based Section 8 in Ellsworth, MN 56129. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Ellsworth, MN 56129?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Ellsworth, MN 56129, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Ellsworth, MN 56129 is $1,010 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 Ellsworth, MN 56129?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Ellsworth, MN 56129. 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 Ellsworth, MN 56129?
This page may still list buildings in Ellsworth, MN 56129 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: 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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