
About This Property
North Dakota Housing & Finance Agency serves Bismarck residents through public housing and Section 8 rental assistance programs. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. This housing authority provides affordable housing options in Burleigh County.
Waitlist Information
The general Public Housing waiting list is open for families and senior/disabled individuals, but specific 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom unit waitlists are closed. Preference is given to special needs populations and various vulnerable groups including low-income families, elderly, disabled, and homeless individuals.
The waiting list operates on a first-come, first-serve basis. Applicants must be 18 or older, provide documentation of citizenship or eligible immigration status, and not owe money to NDHFA or another public housing authority; additional eligibility requirements apply to full-time students, and medical expense deductions are available for eligible elderly or disabled households.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated August 19, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Burleigh County, ND
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $764 |
| 1 Bedroom | $848 |
| 2 Bedroom | $955 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,346 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,621 |
Income Limits - Burleigh County, ND
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,300
- Low (80%)
- $55,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $24,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,350
- Low (80%)
- $63,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $27,250
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,400
- Low (80%)
- $71,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $30,250
- Very Low (50%)
- $50,400
- Low (80%)
- $79,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $32,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $54,450
- Low (80%)
- $86,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $58,500
- Low (80%)
- $92,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $62,500
- Low (80%)
- $99,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $66,550
- Low (80%)
- $105,500
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $21,200 | $35,300 | $55,950 |
| 2 Persons | $24,200 | $40,350 | $63,950 |
| 3 Persons | $27,250 | $45,400 | $71,950 |
| 4 Persons | $30,250 | $50,400 | $79,900 |
| 5 Persons | $32,700 | $54,450 | $86,300 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $58,500 | $92,700 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $62,500 | $99,100 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $66,550 | $105,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Bismarck, ND?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Burleigh County, ND is: $764 (Studio), $848 (1BR), $955 (2BR), $1346 (3BR), $1621 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like North Dakota Housing & Finance Agency is typically 30% of household income or less.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Burleigh County, ND?+
For a 4-person household in Burleigh County, ND, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $30,250, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $50,400, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for North Dakota Housing & Finance Agency?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
How do I apply for housing at North Dakota Housing & Finance Agency?+
North Dakota Housing & Finance Agency is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7013288080, or visiting their website, 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.
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