Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Ruthton, MN 56170
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 56170 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Ruthton, MN 56170. 3 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 56170
New Vistas Apts
310 State Street, Tyler, MN 56178
7.6 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Lincoln Co. Hra
106 Bluff St W, Lake Benton, MN 56149
11.6 mi away
45 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Lincoln
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Circle Pines Apt (Balaton)
102 2nd Ave W, Balaton, MN 56115
11.8 mi away
20 units · 1–3 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Nokomis Apartments
202 2nd Ave SW, Pipestone, MN 56164
15.9 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
16 mi away
20 units · 19 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Whispering Winds Townhomes
610-724 5th St SW, Pipestone, MN 56164
16.3 mi away
20 units · 12 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Twin Circle Apartments
760 Morgan St, Tracy, MN 56175
23.8 mi away
59 units · 1 BR
- Apply through HRA of TRACY, MINNESOTA
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 56170
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,150/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $46,000/yr
Income limits (2026)
Pipestone County, MN area · median family income $88,000. 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 | 56170 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $810 | $706 |
| 1 bedroom | $920 | $775 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,150 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,390 | $1,209 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,690 | $1,488 |
Wider area = Pipestone County, MN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (56186) to $1,280 (56115).
Census figures for 56170 (2020–2024 average): median rent $792. Median household income $58,750. 15% 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 56170's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 56170Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Ruthton, MN 56170?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Ruthton, MN 56170, 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 Ruthton, MN 56170 have openings?
These lists for Ruthton, MN 56170 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 Ruthton, MN 56170?
Use the phone number on each building card in Ruthton, MN 56170. 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 Ruthton, MN 56170?
In Ruthton, MN 56170, 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 56170?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 56170 right now. 3 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 56170?
Yes — this page also lists 3 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Ruthton, MN 56170 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Ruthton, MN 56170?
Most income-restricted buildings in Ruthton, MN 56170 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 Ruthton, MN 56170?
For many programs in Ruthton, MN 56170, 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 Ruthton, MN 56170?
There is no single waiting list for Ruthton, MN 56170. 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 Ruthton, MN 56170?
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 Ruthton, MN 56170?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Ruthton, MN 56170, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Ruthton, MN 56170 is $1,150 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 Ruthton, MN 56170?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Ruthton, MN 56170. 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 Ruthton, MN 56170?
This page may still list buildings in Ruthton, MN 56170 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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