Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Bowlus, MN 56314
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 56314 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Bowlus, MN 56314. 5 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 56314
Cityview Townhomes
921 5th St, Holdingford, MN 56340
5.8 mi away
12 units · 11 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Birch Villa Apartments
615 Birch St N, Royalton, MN 56373
6.7 mi away
12 units · 11 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Upsala Swanville Apts
115 Oak Ave, Upsala, MN 56384
6.8 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Benton Place Apts
50 1st Ave NE, Rice, MN 56367
11.1 mi away
12 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Morningside Townhomes
Multiple Building Addresses, Saint Joseph, MN 56374
11.1 mi away
32 units · 31 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Pine Grove Manor Apartments
901 1st Ave SW, Little Falls, MN 56345
11.4 mi away
98 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through HRA of LITTLE FALLS, MINNESOTA
Highland Court Towhomes
Multiple Building Addresses, Little Falls, MN 56345
11.5 mi away
24 units · 23 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
River Rock Townhomes
1414 - 5th Avenue SE, Little Falls, MN 56345
11.6 mi away
24 units · 23 income-restricted · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 56314
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,170/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $46,800/yr
Income limits (2026)
Morrison County, MN area · median family income $91,300. 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 | 56314 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $820 | $706 |
| 1 bedroom | $910 | $789 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,170 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,620 | $1,404 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,720 | $1,484 |
Wider area = Morrison County, MN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (56384) to $1,270 (56340).
Census figures for 56314 (2020–2024 average): median rent $775. Median household income $95,972. 9% 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 56314's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 56314Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Bowlus, MN 56314?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Bowlus, MN 56314, 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 Bowlus, MN 56314 have openings?
These lists for Bowlus, MN 56314 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 Bowlus, MN 56314?
Use the phone number on each building card in Bowlus, MN 56314. 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 Bowlus, MN 56314?
In Bowlus, MN 56314, 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 56314?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 56314 right now. 5 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 56314?
Yes — this page also lists 5 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Bowlus, MN 56314 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Bowlus, MN 56314?
Most income-restricted buildings in Bowlus, MN 56314 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 Bowlus, MN 56314?
For many programs in Bowlus, MN 56314, 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 Bowlus, MN 56314?
There is no single waiting list for Bowlus, MN 56314. 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 Bowlus, MN 56314?
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 Bowlus, MN 56314?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Bowlus, MN 56314, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Bowlus, MN 56314 is $1,170 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 Bowlus, MN 56314?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Bowlus, MN 56314. 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 Bowlus, MN 56314?
This page may still list buildings in Bowlus, MN 56314 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; 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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