Ramsey County, ND
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 | $602/mo | $542 – $662/mo |
| 1 BR | $719/mo | $647 – $791/mo |
| 2 BR | $873/mo | $786 – $960/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,214/mo | $1,093 – $1,335/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,464/mo | $1,318 – $1,610/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Ramsey County, ND (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Ramsey County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Ramsey County
- North Central Housing Authority
605 3rd St NE, Devils Lake, ND, 58301 · 7016623099
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Ramsey 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 | $37,500 |
| 2 people | $42,850 |
| 3 people | $48,200 |
| 4 people | $53,550 |
| 5 people | $57,850 |
| 6 people | $62,150 |
| 7 people | $66,450 |
| 8 people | $70,700 |
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 Ramsey 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.
IOOF RETIREMENT VILLAGE
203 VILLAGE AVE SE, DEVILS LAKE, ND, 58301-000078 income-restricted units72 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 20229% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052MDI LP #112
SCATTERED SITE, DEVILS LAKE, ND, 58301-0000248 income-restricted units204 1BR, 44 2BRBuilt 20154% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045GILBERTSON/FIREHOUSE APTS
418 FIFTH ST SE, DEVILS LAKE, ND, 5830140 income-restricted units33 1BR, 7 2BRBuilt 20074% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037- Elderly17 income-restricted units17 1BRBuilt 20064% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036
- Elderly
PRAIRIE HEIGHTS
1124 SECOND ST NE, DEVILS LAKE, ND, 5830121 income-restricted units of 23 total21 1BRBuilt 20054% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035 - Elderly
OPERA HOUSE APTS
318 FOURTH AVE NE, DEVILS LAKE, ND, 5830120 income-restricted units18 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 20034% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033 - Elderly
HOLIDAY VILLAGE
223 WALNUT ST W, DEVILS LAKE, ND, 5830140 income-restricted units20 1BR, 10 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 20014% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031 PARK PLACE AT ACADEMY VILLAGE II
1131 SEVENTH ST NE, DEVILS LAKE, ND, 5830124 income-restricted units23 1BR, 1 2BRBuilt 19979% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027- Elderly
PARK PLACE AT ACADEMY VILLAGE
1209 SEVENTH ST NE, DEVILS LAKE, ND, 5830124 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024
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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