Crow Wing 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 | $772/mo | $695 – $849/mo |
| 1 BR | $854/mo | $769 – $939/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,120/mo | $1,008 – $1,232/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,345/mo | $1,211 – $1,480/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,569/mo | $1,412 – $1,726/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Crow Wing County, MN (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Crow Wing County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Crow Wing County
This county is served by 3 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- HRA OF CROSBY, MINNESOTA
300 3rd Ave NE, Crosby, MN, 56441 · 2188243425
- HRA OF PEQUOT LAKES, MINNESOTA
31203 N Oak St, Pequot Lakes, MN, 56472 · 2185684555
- HRA IN AND FOR THE CITY OF BRAINERD, MINNESOTA
324 E River Rd, Brainerd, MN, 56401 · 2188283705
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Crow Wing 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 | $34,300 |
| 2 people | $39,200 |
| 3 people | $44,100 |
| 4 people | $49,000 |
| 5 people | $52,950 |
| 6 people | $56,850 |
| 7 people | $60,800 |
| 8 people | $64,700 |
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 Crow Wing 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.
WHITE OAK ESTATES OF BAXTER LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
14236 GRAND OAKS DRIVE, BAXTER, MN, 5642540 income-restricted units20 1BR, 12 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20204% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050SPRUCEWOOD TOWNHOMES
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES., BAXTER, MN, 5642533 income-restricted units of 34 total23 2BR, 10 3BR, 1 4BR+Built 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044PINEWOOD APARTMENTS
23313 CROSS DR, DEERWOOD, MN, 5644412 income-restricted units3 1BR, 9 2BRBuilt 20144% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044GRAND OAKS COURT TOWNHOMES
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, BAXTER, MN, 5642523 income-restricted units of 24 total18 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20104% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040COLLEGE DRIVE TOWNHOUSES
701-757 BRIAN LN, BRAINERD, MN, 5640123 income-restricted units of 24 totalBuilt 20094% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039FRANKLIN CENTER (FKA FRANKLIN ARTIST LOFTS)
1001 KINGWOOD ST, BRAINERD, MN, 5640125 income-restricted units7 studio, 11 1BR, 5 2BR, 2 3BRBuilt 20099% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039GRAND OAKS TOWNHOMES
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, BAXTER, MN, 5642523 income-restricted units of 24 total14 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035TIMBERLAND TOWNHOMES
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, BRAINERD, MN, 5640129 income-restricted units of 30 total15 2BR, 15 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033IRONTON TOWNHOMES
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, IRONTON, MN, 5645512 income-restricted units9 2BR, 3 3BRBuilt 2001Compliance through ~2031TRAIL RIDGE II (FKA VALLEY VIEW TH)
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, BRAINERD, MN, 5640120 income-restricted units10 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026RIDGEVIEW II
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, BRAINERD, MN, 5640124 income-restricted units6 1BR, 18 2BRBuilt 1994Compliance through ~2024PINE SHADOWS
744 CHURCH ST, NISSWA, MN, 564688 income-restricted units8 1BRBuilt 1994Compliance through ~2024EXCELSIOR COURT
7276 EXCELSIOR RD, BAXTER, MN, 5640123 income-restricted units of 24 total24 1BRBuilt 1993Compliance through ~2023- 17 income-restricted units of 18 total5 2BR, 13 3BRBuilt 1993Compliance through ~2023
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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