Nicollet 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 | $971/mo | $874 – $1,068/mo |
| 1 BR | $977/mo | $879 – $1,075/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,171/mo | $1,054 – $1,288/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,629/mo | $1,466 – $1,792/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,916/mo | $1,724 – $2,108/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Nicollet County, MN (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Nicollet County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Nicollet County
This county is served by 3 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- HRA of ST. PETER, MINNESOTA
1010 S 4th St, St Peter, MN, 56082 · 5079312236
- North Mankato Housing and Redevelopment Autho
615 Nicollet Ave, North Mankato, MN, 56003 · 5073883202
- SOUTH CENTRAL MULTI COUNTY HRA
422 Belgrade Ave Ste 102, North Mankato, MN, 56003 · 5073451977
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Nicollet 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 | $37,300 |
| 2 people | $42,600 |
| 3 people | $47,950 |
| 4 people | $53,250 |
| 5 people | $57,550 |
| 6 people | $61,800 |
| 7 people | $66,050 |
| 8 people | $70,300 |
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 Nicollet 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.
SOLAE APARTMENTS
2005 SUNRISE DRIVE, ST. PETER, MN, 5608229 income-restricted units of 30 total6 1BR, 16 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20189% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048VISTA VIEW TOWNHOMES
1800 VISTA VIEW DR, SAINT PETER, MN, 5608231 income-restricted units of 32 total12 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20169% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046MAPLEWOOD APARTMENTS
1320 N 5TH STREET, SAINT PETER, MN, 5608226 income-restricted units of 30 total12 1BR, 10 2BRBuilt 2016Compliance through ~2046PARK ROW CROSSING
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, SAINT PETER, MN, 5608239 income-restricted units of 40 total4 1BR, 30 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20144% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044CENTRAL SQUARE APARTMENTS
301 WASHINGTON AVE, SAINT PETER, MN, 5608242 income-restricted units of 55 total3 1BR, 46 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036FAIRVIEW APARTMENTS
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, SAINT PETER, MN, 5608239 income-restricted units of 48 total18 1BR, 20 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030
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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