Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Hills, MN 56138
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 56138 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Hills, MN 56138. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 56138
Rock Creek Townhomes
Multiple Building Addresses, Luverne, MN 56156
11.1 mi away
24 units · 23 income-restricted · 3–4+ BR
CENTENNIAL APTS--(Luverne)
120 N Spring St, Luverne, MN 56156
12 mi away
54 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Blue Mound Tower
216 N McKenzie St, Luverne, MN 56156
12 mi away
70 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through HRA of LUVERNE, MINNESOTA
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Thomas Apts (B & R)
135 S Thompson Ave, Rushmore, MN 56168
29.5 mi away
8 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Whispering Winds Townhomes
610-724 5th St SW, Pipestone, MN 56164
31.8 mi away
20 units · 12 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Nokomis Apartments
202 2nd Ave SW, Pipestone, MN 56164
32.1 mi away
102 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through HRA of PIPESTONE, MINNESOTA
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Whispering Winds
Multiple Building Addresses, Pipestone, MN 56164
32.2 mi away
20 units · 19 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Lenore Manor
808 Thompson Ave, Worthington, MN 56187
38.3 mi away
12 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 56138
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,180/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $47,200/yr
- Renters in 56138 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 24%
Income limits (2026)
Rock County, MN area · median family income $106,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,300 | $37,150 | $59,450 |
| 2 | $25,500 | $42,450 | $67,950 |
| 3 | $28,700 | $47,750 | $76,450 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $53,050 | $84,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $57,300 | $91,700 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $61,550 | $98,500 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $65,800 | $105,300 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $70,050 | $112,100 |
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 | 56138 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $900 | $770 |
| 1 bedroom | $900 | $775 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,180 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,630 | $1,404 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,750 | $1,501 |
Wider area = Rock County, MN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $950 (51242) to $1,300 (57068).
Census figures for 56138 (2020–2024 average): median rent $962. Median household income $78,631. 21% of homes are rented. 24% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 7% 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 56138's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 56138Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Hills, MN 56138?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Hills, MN 56138, 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 Hills, MN 56138 have openings?
These lists for Hills, MN 56138 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 Hills, MN 56138?
Use the phone number on each building card in Hills, MN 56138. 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 Hills, MN 56138?
In Hills, MN 56138, 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 56138?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 56138 right now. Call to confirm openings.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Hills, MN 56138?
Most income-restricted buildings in Hills, MN 56138 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 $37,150, and $53,050 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($59,450 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 Hills, MN 56138?
For many programs in Hills, MN 56138, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $37,150 a year for 1 person and $53,050 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $59,450 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 Hills, MN 56138?
There is no single waiting list for Hills, MN 56138. 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 Hills, MN 56138?
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 Hills, MN 56138?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Hills, MN 56138, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Hills, MN 56138 is $1,180 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 Hills, MN 56138?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Hills, MN 56138. 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 Hills, MN 56138?
This page may still list buildings in Hills, MN 56138 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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