Ward 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 | $806/mo | $725 – $887/mo |
| 1 BR | $960/mo | $864 – $1,056/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,165/mo | $1,049 – $1,282/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,620/mo | $1,458 – $1,782/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,954/mo | $1,759 – $2,149/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Ward County, ND (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Ward County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Ward County
- Minot Housing Authority
108 Burdick Expy E, Minot, ND, 58701 · 7018520485
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Ward 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 Ward 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.
SOURIS HEIGHTS
1400 35TH AVE NW, MINOT, ND, 58703-000054 income-restricted units45 1BR, 9 2BRBuilt 20229% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052COOK'S COURT
1810 2ND ST SE, MINOT, ND, 58701-000040 income-restricted units32 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 20164% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046SUNSET RIDGE
3524 KODIAK ST NW, MINOT, ND, 58703-000035 income-restricted units8 1BR, 20 2BR, 7 3BRBuilt 20164% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046MEADOWLARK HEIGHTS
400 18TH AVE SE, MINOT, ND, 58701-666495 income-restricted units of 96 total24 1BR, 60 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20154% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045WASHINGTON TOWNHOMES II
814 17TH AVE SE, MINOT, ND, 5870132 income-restricted units18 2BR, 12 3BR, 2 4BR+Built 20144% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044MINOT ARTSPACE LOFTS
3 MAIN ST S, MINOT, ND, 5870132 income-restricted units of 34 total13 1BR, 13 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20134% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043WASHINGTON TOWNHOMES
813 18TH AVE SE, MINOT, ND, 5870132 income-restricted units18 2BR, 12 3BR, 2 4BR+Built 20134% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043MINOT PLACE ROWHOMES
18TH AVE SE, MINOT, ND, 58701-000030 income-restricted units6 1BR, 12 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20134% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043- Elderly
SOUTH GLEN VILLAGE
1947 HIAWATHA ST, MINOT, ND, 5870148 income-restricted units24 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20024% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032 - Elderly
OAKWOOD COURT
1738 BURDICK EXPY E, MINOT, ND, 587017 income-restricted units7 1BRBuilt 19994% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029 GUARDIAN MANOR
3205 FOURTH ST SW, MINOT, ND, 5870148 income-restricted units48 1BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027SOUTHSIDE LIVING (FKA GUARDIAN MANOR)
3205 4TH STREET SW, MINOT, ND, 58701-000048 income-restricted units48 1BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027- Elderly
PARK PLACE NORTH (FKA POLARIS)
300 27TH AVE NW, MINOT, ND, 58703-000048 income-restricted units24 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025 - Elderly
SOUTH PARK APTS
631 19TH AVE SE, MINOT, ND, 5870136 income-restricted units26 2BR, 10 3BRBuilt 19934% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023
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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