Chisago County, MN
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,242/mo | $1,118 – $1,366/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,405/mo | $1,265 – $1,546/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,709/mo | $1,538 – $1,880/mo |
| 3 BR | $2,262/mo | $2,036 – $2,488/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,531/mo | $2,278 – $2,784/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Chisago County, MN (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Chisago County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Chisago County
- HRA OF LINDSTROM, MINNESOTA
12940 N 1st Ave, Lindstrom, MN, 55045 · 6512575372
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Chisago County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $46,050 |
| 2 people | $52,600 |
| 3 people | $59,200 |
| 4 people | $65,750 |
| 5 people | $71,050 |
| 6 people | $76,300 |
| 7 people | $81,550 |
| 8 people | $86,800 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Chisago County
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
HERITAGE COURT APARTMENTS
39909 CHEROKEE AVENUE, NORTH BRANCH, MN, 5505632 income-restricted units32 1BRBuilt 20219% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051WILLOW GROVE APARTMENTS
38485 14TH AVENUE, NORTH BRANCH, MN, 5505620 income-restricted units20 1BRBuilt 20209% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050CHEROKEE PLACE
6130 399TH STREET, NORTH BRANCH, MN, 5505648 income-restricted units5 1BR, 23 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20209% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050OAKVIEW TERRACE TOWNHOMES
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, NORTH BRANCH, MN, 5505618 income-restricted units of 24 total18 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033UPTOWN MAPLE COMMONS (FKA NORTH BRANCH SENIOR HOUS
38799 7TH AVE, NORTH BRANCH, MN, 5505632 income-restricted units of 33 total28 1BR, 5 2BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032TAYLORS FALLS TOWNHOMES II
621-635 LINDEN CT, TAYLORS FALLS, MN, 550848 income-restricted units2 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 2001Compliance through ~2031KESTREL MEADOWS TOWNHOMES
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, NORTH BRANCH, MN, 5505629 income-restricted units of 30 total30 3BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029TAYLORS FALLS AFFORDABLE TOWNHOMES
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, TAYLORS FALLS, MN, 5508412 income-restricted units2 1BR, 6 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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