Richwood, MN Low Income Housing

Richwood, MN Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Richwood, MN

How do I qualify for low income housing in Richwood, MN?
To qualify for low income housing in Minnesota, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Richwood, MN

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Richwood, MN, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Richwood, MN. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Richwood, Minnesota - Becker County

Studio Apartments $681
One Bedroom Apartments $865
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,178
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,317

List of Low Income Housing in or near Richwood, MN

Biimaadiiziiwiin - White Earth

25501 Highway 224
White Earth, MN - 56591
(740) 382-4885
Biimaadiiziiwiin is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Biimaadiiziiwiin for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Becker County
Listing Location: 8.37 miles from Richwood

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Becker County Economic Development Authority - Detroit Lakes

712 Minnesota Avenue
Detroit Lakes, MN - 56501
(218) 846-7316
Becker County Economic Development Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for rentals or vouchers and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the EDA directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Becker County
Listing Location: 10.80 miles from Richwood


Lakes Homes & Prog. Develp. - Detroit Lakes

920 Summit Ave
Detroit Lakes, MN - 56501
218-847-5642 12
Lakes Homes & Prog. Develp. Inc. is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Lakes Homes & Prog. Develp. Inc. for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Becker County
Listing Location: 11.00 miles from Richwood

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Lakes Homes & Prog. Develp. - Detroit Lakes

920 Summit Ave
Detroit Lakes, MN - 56501
218-847-5642 12
Lakes Homes & Prog. Develp. Inc. is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Lakes Homes & Prog. Develp. Inc. for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Becker County
Listing Location: 11.00 miles from Richwood

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Park Manor Partnership - Detroit Lakes

1035 Roosevelt Ave
Detroit Lakes, MN - 56502
763-541-9199
Park Manor Partnership is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Park Manor Partnership for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Becker County
Listing Location: 11.09 miles from Richwood

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Valley View Commons - Mahnomen

412 2nd St Sw
Mahnomen, MN - 56557
218-935-2379 08
Valley View Commons is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Valley View Commons for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Becker County
Listing Location: 24.77 miles from Richwood

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

St James Manor - Perham

415 8th Ave Sw
Perham, MN - 56573
218-346-2200
St James Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact St James Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Becker County
Listing Location: 28.47 miles from Richwood

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Perham Housing and Redevelopment Authority - Perham

125 2nd Ave. NE
Perham, MN - 56573
(218) 346-4582
Perham Housing and  Redevelopment Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of Low Rent Public Housing. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD.There may be waiting lists for these rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Becker County
Listing Location: 28.84 miles from Richwood


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Richwood, MN

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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