Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Moorhead, MN 56560
12 affordable buildings in 56560 · 66 more within 9 mi
Moorhead, MN 56560 has 12 income-restricted buildings: 7 tax credit, 1 public housing, 4 Section 8, 3 senior, and 1 usda rural. 66 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 56560
Riverview Heights
800 2nd Ave N, Moorhead, MN 56560
148 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Moorhead Public Housing Agency
- Residents waited about 4 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Park View Terrace Apartments
100 Third St N, Moorhead, MN 56560
121 units · 120 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
North Moorhead Village
2751 8th Avenue North, Moorhead, MN 56560
46 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Bright Sky Apartments (fka Churches United)
3305 3rd Ave N, Moorhead, MN 56560
43 units · Studio–4+ BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Maple Court Townhomes
Multiple Building Addresses, Moorhead, MN 56560
34 units · 33 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Prairie View Apartments (fka Shade Tree Apts)
Multiple Building Addresses, Moorhead, MN 56560
24 units · 23 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Pelican Rvr Apts 1
1260 Loring Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN 56560
18 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 56560 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 66 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Fieldstone Apartments fka East Park Apartments
1713 4th Ave NW, Dilworth, MN 56529
3.3 mi away
24 units · 1–3 BR
Fargo Scattered Site
1608 34th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104
3.4 mi away
66 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Houge Estates
510 Center Ave E, Dilworth, MN 56529
3.4 mi away
60 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Maybrook Apartments
3219 South 18th Street, Fargo, ND 58103
3.6 mi away
30 units · 1–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Maybrook Aptsnt
3219 18th St S, Fargo, ND 58104
3.6 mi away
30 units · 1–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Fraser #4
717 S University Dr, Fargo, ND 58103
3.8 mi away
15 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Dakotah Pioneer Center
633 First Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102
3.9 mi away
31 units · 30 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 56560
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,190/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $47,600/yr
- Renters in 56560 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 54%
Income limits (2026)
Fargo, ND-MN area · median family income $115,200. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,200 | $40,350 | $64,550 |
| 2 | $27,650 | $46,100 | $73,750 |
| 3 | $31,100 | $51,850 | $82,950 |
| 4 | $34,550 | $57,600 | $92,150 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $62,250 | $99,550 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $66,850 | $106,900 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $71,450 | $114,300 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $76,050 | $121,650 |
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 | 56560 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $840 | $781 |
| 1 bedroom | $970 | $903 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,190 | $1,104 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,650 | $1,529 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,990 | $1,845 |
Wider area = Fargo, ND-MN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 9 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (56580) to $1,300 (58104).
Census figures for 56560 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,035. Median household income $75,406. 41% of homes are rented. 54% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 31% 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 56560's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 56560Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Moorhead, MN 56560?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Moorhead, MN 56560, 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 Moorhead, MN 56560 have openings?
These lists for Moorhead, MN 56560 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 Moorhead, MN 56560?
Use the phone number on each building card in Moorhead, MN 56560. 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 Moorhead, MN 56560?
In Moorhead, MN 56560, 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 56560?
This directory lists 12 income-restricted buildings in Moorhead, MN 56560. 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 56560?
Yes — this page also lists 66 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Moorhead, MN 56560 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Moorhead, MN 56560?
Most income-restricted buildings in Moorhead, MN 56560 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 $40,350, and $57,600 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($64,550 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 Moorhead, MN 56560?
For many programs in Moorhead, MN 56560, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $40,350 a year for 1 person and $57,600 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $64,550 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 Moorhead, MN 56560?
There is no single waiting list for Moorhead, MN 56560. 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 Moorhead, MN 56560?
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 public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Moorhead, MN 56560. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Moorhead, MN 56560?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Moorhead, MN 56560, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Moorhead, MN 56560 is $1,190 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 Moorhead, MN 56560?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Moorhead, MN 56560. 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 Moorhead, MN 56560?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Moorhead, MN 56560. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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