How many low income apartments are in Red Lake, MN?

HUD administrative data tracks 11 subsidized properties in Red Lake with approximately 277 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Red Lake?

Tenant-paid rents in Red Lake's assisted buildings typically range from about $325 to $398 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 Red Lake?

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 Red Lake?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Beltrami County: about $876/mo for one-bedroom and $1,135/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Red Lake, MN

There are 11 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Red Lake with roughly 277 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 9 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $325 to $398 per month.

assisted properties

277

subsidized units

$362

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Red Lake

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Red Lake

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Red Lake Homes Ix LIHTC	48	—	—
Red Lake Homes Xii LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Red Lake Homes Iii LIHTC	26	—	—
Red Lake Homes Vii LIHTCPB Section 8	26	—	—
Red Lake Senior Apts - Red097 §202 Senior	26	$325	—
Red Lake Homes Iv LIHTC	24	—	—
Red Lake Homes Ii LIHTC	21	—	—
Red Lake Homes Vi LIHTC	19	—	—
Red Lake V LIHTCPB Section 8	17	—	—
Red Lake Homes LIHTC	16	—	—
Red Lake Supportive Housing 1 §811	14	$398	—

Section 8 apartments in Red Lake (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
Red Lake Homes Xii LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Red Lake Homes Vii LIHTCPB Section 8	26	—	—
Red Lake V LIHTCPB Section 8	17	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Red Lake

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
Red Lake Homes Ix LIHTC	48	—	—
Red Lake Homes Iii LIHTC	26	—	—
Red Lake Homes Iv LIHTC	24	—	—
Red Lake Homes Ii LIHTC	21	—	—
Red Lake Homes Vi LIHTC	19	—	—
Red Lake Homes LIHTC	16	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Beltrami County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Beltrami County: studio $870, 1-BR $876, 2-BR $1,135, 3-BR $1,361, 4-BR $1,715.

Full FMR table for Beltrami County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Red Lake

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.