About This Property
The Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Cottonwood operates 39 units of public housing in Cottonwood, Minnesota, located in Lyon County. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
Eligibility is based on annual gross income, qualifying as elderly, a person with a disability, or as a family, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status.
Eligibility is based on income, qualifying as elderly, a person with a disability or as a family, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status; income limits are set by HUD, typically at 80% of the median income for the area, and the Housing Authority checks references; the HRA serves Lyon County, MN.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Lyon County, MN
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $613 |
| 1 Bedroom | $715 |
| 2 Bedroom | $905 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,275 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,514 |
Income Limits - Lyon County, MN
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $16,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $26,850
- Low (80%)
- $42,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $18,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,700
- Low (80%)
- $49,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,550
- Low (80%)
- $55,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,350
- Low (80%)
- $61,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,450
- Low (80%)
- $66,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,500
- Low (80%)
- $71,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,600
- Low (80%)
- $76,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $50,650
- Low (80%)
- $81,000
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $16,100 | $26,850 | $42,950 |
| 2 Persons | $18,400 | $30,700 | $49,100 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $34,550 | $55,250 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $38,350 | $61,350 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $41,450 | $66,300 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $44,500 | $71,200 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $47,600 | $76,100 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $50,650 | $81,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Cottonwood, MN?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Lyon County, MN is: $613 (Studio), $715 (1BR), $905 (2BR), $1275 (3BR), $1514 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Cottonwood, Minnesota is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Cottonwood, Minnesota have?+
Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Cottonwood, Minnesota has a total of 39 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Cottonwood, Minnesota?+
Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Cottonwood, Minnesota is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5074236495, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.
Is there a waitlist for Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Cottonwood, Minnesota?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Lyon County, MN?+
For a 4-person household in Lyon County, MN, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $38,350, Low Income (80% AMI): $61,350. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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