Freeborn 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 | $672/mo | $605 – $739/mo |
| 1 BR | $742/mo | $668 – $816/mo |
| 2 BR | $974/mo | $877 – $1,071/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,283/mo | $1,155 – $1,411/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,432/mo | $1,289 – $1,575/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Freeborn County, MN (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Freeborn County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Freeborn County
- HRA IN AND FOR THE CITY OF ALBERT LEA, MINNESOTA
800 S 4th Ave, Albert Lea, MN, 56007 · 5073774375
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Freeborn 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 Freeborn 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.
TRAILSIDE APARTMENTS
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, ALBERT LEA, MN, 56007108 income-restricted units of 110 total55 1BR, 43 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20079% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037THE LOFTS AT LEA CENTER
139 WILLIAMS E, ALBERT LEA, MN, 5600737 income-restricted units22 1BR, 15 2BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036PICKEREL PARK TOWNHOMES
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, ALBERT LEA, MN, 5600723 income-restricted units of 24 total12 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031GRAY GABLES APARTMENTS
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, ALBERT LEA, MN, 5600744 income-restricted units of 45 total8 1BR, 26 2BR, 14 3BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026
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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