Waseca 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 | $677/mo | $609 – $745/mo |
| 1 BR | $742/mo | $668 – $816/mo |
| 2 BR | $973/mo | $876 – $1,070/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,353/mo | $1,218 – $1,488/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,495/mo | $1,346 – $1,645/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Waseca County, MN (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Waseca County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Waseca County
This county is served by 3 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- HRA OF NEW RICHLAND, MINNESOTA
221 1st St NE, New Richland, MN, 56072 · 5074638515
- HRA OF WASECA, MINNESOTA
308 2nd Ave NW, Waseca, MN, 56093 · 5078351753
- Housing & Redevelopment Authority Of Janesville
106 E North St, Janesville, MN, 56048 · 5072315880
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Waseca 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 Waseca 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.
SUMMIT ON SECOND
1301 2ND ST NW, WASECA, MN, 5609348 income-restricted units12 1BR, 30 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20024% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032CHARTER OAKS
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, WASECA, MN, 5609333 income-restricted units20 2BR, 13 3BRBuilt 20014% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031PARKVIEW ESTATES
MULTIPLE BUILDING ADDRESSES, WASECA, MN, 5609328 income-restricted units of 38 total28 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 19984% + 9% 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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