Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Moorhead, MN 56561
2 affordable buildings in 56561 · 105 more within 8 mi
Moorhead, MN 56561 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit. 105 more are listed within 8 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 56561
Easten Townhomes
Multiple Building Addresses, Moorhead, MN 56561
38 units · 37 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR · People experiencing homelessness
No buildings in 56561 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 105 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Riverview Heights
800 2nd Ave N, Moorhead, MN 56560
0.3 mi away
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
0.4 mi away
121 units · 120 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Bright Sky Apartments (fka Churches United)
3305 3rd Ave N, Moorhead, MN 56560
0.8 mi away
43 units · Studio–4+ BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Dakotah Pioneer Center
633 First Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102
1 mi away
31 units · 30 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Maple Court Townhomes
Multiple Building Addresses, Moorhead, MN 56560
1 mi away
34 units · 33 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Prairie View Apartments (fka Shade Tree Apts)
Multiple Building Addresses, Moorhead, MN 56560
1 mi away
24 units · 23 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
North Moorhead Village
2751 8th Avenue North, Moorhead, MN 56560
1 mi away
46 units · 1–4+ BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Pioneer Manor
201 11th St N, Fargo, ND 58102
1.3 mi away
46 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority
- Residents waited about 18 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Cooper House
414 11th St N, Fargo, ND 58102
1.3 mi away
43 units · 42 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR · People experiencing homelessness
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 56561
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,180/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $47,200/yr
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 | 56561 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $830 | $781 |
| 1 bedroom | $970 | $903 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,180 | $1,104 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,630 | $1,529 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,970 | $1,845 |
Wider area = Fargo, ND-MN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 9 nearby ZIPs range from $1,040 (58105) to $1,300 (58104).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 56561's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 56561Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Moorhead, MN 56561?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Moorhead, MN 56561, 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 56561 have openings?
These lists for Moorhead, MN 56561 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 56561?
Use the phone number on each building card in Moorhead, MN 56561. 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 56561?
In Moorhead, MN 56561, 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 56561?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Moorhead, MN 56561. 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 56561?
Yes — this page also lists 105 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Moorhead, MN 56561 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Moorhead, MN 56561?
Most income-restricted buildings in Moorhead, MN 56561 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 56561?
For many programs in Moorhead, MN 56561, 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 56561?
There is no single waiting list for Moorhead, MN 56561. 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 56561?
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 tax-credit apartments in Moorhead, MN 56561. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Moorhead, MN 56561?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Moorhead, MN 56561, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Moorhead, MN 56561 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 Moorhead, MN 56561?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Moorhead, MN 56561. 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 56561?
This page may still list buildings in Moorhead, MN 56561 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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