Otter Tail 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 | $678/mo | $610 – $746/mo |
| 1 BR | $749/mo | $674 – $824/mo |
| 2 BR | $983/mo | $885 – $1,081/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,367/mo | $1,230 – $1,504/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,432/mo | $1,289 – $1,575/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Otter Tail County, MN (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Otter Tail County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Otter Tail County
This county is served by 4 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- OTTER TAIL COUNTY HRA
500 W Fir Ave, Fergus Falls, MN, 56537 · 2189988050
- HRA of PERHAM, MINNESOTA
Perham, MN, 56573 · 2183464582
- HRA of FERGUS FALLS, MINNESOTA
1151 Friberg Ave, Fergus Falls, MN, 56537 · 2187393249
- HRA OF HENNING, MINNESOTA
500 Holden Ave, Henning, MN, 56551 · 2185832781
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Otter Tail 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 | $34,900 |
| 2 people | $39,900 |
| 3 people | $44,900 |
| 4 people | $49,850 |
| 5 people | $53,850 |
| 6 people | $57,850 |
| 7 people | $61,850 |
| 8 people | $65,850 |
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 Otter Tail 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.
- Elderly
CASCADE APARTMENTS
SCATTERED SITE, FERGUS FALLS, MN, 5653735 income-restricted units of 36 total12 1BR, 12 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20229% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052 RIVER BEND APARTMENTS AND KALEVA APARTMENTS
222 NORTH WHITFORD STREET, FERGUS FALLS, MN, 56537130 income-restricted units128 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 20219% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051THE MEADOWS TOWNHOMES
920 CONEY ST W, PERHAM, MN, 5657323 income-restricted units of 24 total12 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20179% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047KADDATZ ARTIST LOFTS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
111 LINCOLN AVE W, FERGUS FALLS, MN, 565378 income-restricted units of 10 total6 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034PELICAN RAPIDS TOWNHOMES
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, PELICAN RAPIDS, MN, 5657239 income-restricted units of 40 total18 2BR, 22 3BRBuilt 19989% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028TIMBER PLACE TOWNHOMES
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, FERGUS FALLS, MN, 5653720 income-restricted units4 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027- 8 income-restricted units5 2BR, 3 3BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025
RIDGECREST APARTMENTS
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, PELICAN RAPIDS, MN, 5657216 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1993Compliance through ~2023FINLANDIA APARTMENTS
107 EDGEWOOD ST, NEW YORK MILLS, MN, 5656710 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1991Compliance through ~2021
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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