How many low income apartments are in Fergus Falls, MN?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Fergus Falls with approximately 496 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Fergus Falls?

Tenant-paid rents in Fergus Falls's assisted buildings typically range from about $287 to $474 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Fergus Falls?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Fergus Falls?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Otter Tail County: about $749/mo for one-bedroom and $983/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Fergus Falls, MN

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Fergus Falls with roughly 496 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $287 to $474 per month. Median reported wait: about 6 months.

assisted properties

496

subsidized units

$381

typical rent

6 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Fergus Falls

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Fergus Falls

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
River Bend Apartments and Kaleva Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	130	—	—
River Bend Apts PB Section 8	100	$382	—
Riverview Heights Highrise Public Housing	67	$398	6 mo
Cardinal Homes PB Section 8	61	$343	—
Augustana Apartments PB Section 8	41	$287	—
Cascade Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	36	$474	—
Goldenwood Apts LIHTC	31	—	—
Timber Place Townhomes LIHTC	20	—	—
Kaddatz Artist Lofts Limited Partnership LIHTC	10	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Fergus Falls (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
River Bend Apartments and Kaleva Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	130	—	—
River Bend Apts PB Section 8	100	$382	—
Cardinal Homes PB Section 8	61	$343	—
Augustana Apartments PB Section 8	41	$287	—
Cascade Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	36	$474	—

Public housing developments in Fergus Falls

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Riverview Heights Highrise Public Housing	67	$398	6 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Fergus Falls

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Goldenwood Apts LIHTC	31	—	—
Timber Place Townhomes LIHTC	20	—	—
Kaddatz Artist Lofts Limited Partnership LIHTC	10	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Otter Tail County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Otter Tail County: studio $678, 1-BR $749, 2-BR $983, 3-BR $1,367, 4-BR $1,432.

Full FMR table for Otter Tail County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Fergus Falls

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.