Section 8 & Public Housing Waiting Lists in Fargo, North Dakota
There are 30 open waiting lists in the Fargo area right now. Section 8 Waitlist monitors 1 housing authority serving Fargo, North Dakota and updates statuses nightly. Below you will find every PHA in the area with current waitlist status, program types, and direct application links.
If no lists are currently open in Fargo, we recommend applying to nearby cities as well. There is no limit to the number of waiting lists you can join, and many housing authorities accept applications from non-residents.
Affordable Housing in Fargo, North Dakota
Fargo, North Dakota is served by 1 housing authority offering federal rental assistance through Section 8 and Public Housing programs. Right now, 30 waiting lists are accepting applications in the Fargo area. There are also 11 open waitlists within 50 miles that accept applications from non-residents.
Housing programs available in Fargo include Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Public Housing, RAD, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Mainstream. Of these, the following currently have open waitlists: PBV (1 open), Public Housing (1 open).
Latest Opening
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority opened its PBV waitlist on Jun 29, 2026.
About Housing in Fargo, North Dakota
Federal rental assistance in Fargo, Cass County is administered by Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HUD agency code ND014). It administers roughly 2,285 assisted housing units — 230 public housing units and 2,055 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Section 8 Waitlist tracks 74 waiting lists across this agency. As of Apr 14, 2026, 30 are accepting applications. Another 11 open lists are within 50 miles; most agencies accept applications from non-residents.
HUD sets income eligibility for this area as Fargo, ND-MN MSA. A four-person household qualifies as Very Low Income at or below $57,800 per year, and as Low Income at or below $92,500 (HUD FY2025 limits).
How to Apply for Section 8 in Fargo
To apply for housing assistance in Fargo, North Dakota, submit an application directly to Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority, the housing authority serving this area. Right now, 30 waiting lists are accepting applications — apply as soon as possible, as open enrollment periods can close with short notice. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Before applying, gather the following documents for all household members: government-issued photo ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit statements), and proof of current address. For a family of four in this area, income must be below $57,800/year (Very Low Income threshold) to qualify for most programs. Having these ready before a waitlist opens can be the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Housing programs available in Fargo include North Sky - 2 Bd, Lashkowitz Riverfront - 3 Bd, New Horizons - 2 Bd, Elliott Place - 2 Bd, Lantern Light - 3 Bd, Lantern Light - 4 Bd, Public Housing, Elliott Place - 2Bd, Lashkowitz Riverfront - 2 Bedroom, North Sky - 2 Bedroom, Other (220 Broadway Apartments), Lantern Light - 2 Bd., Lantern Light - 3 Bd., Elliott Place - 1 Bd., Elliott Place - 2 Bd., Lantern Light - 4 Bd., North Sky - 2 Bd., Lantern Light - 3Bd, New Horizons - 2 Bedroom, Elliott Place - 2 Bedroom, Lantern Light - 3 Bedroom, Lantern Light - 4 Bedroom, North Sky - 2Bd, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Lantern Light - 4Bd, Lashkowitz Riverfront - 2Bd, Other, other (220 Broadway), Other (Lantern Light - 2 Bd), Lashkowitz Riverfront - 2 Bd, Pioneer Manor - 1 Bd, Lashkowitz Riverfront - 3Bd, Crossroads - 1 Bd., Crossroads - 2 Bd., Crossroads - 1Bd, Crossroads - 2Bd, Lantern Light - 2Bd, Tax Credit & Multifamily, Pioneer Manor - 1 Bedroom, Elliott Place (Senior Housing), New Horizons - 1Bd, New Horizons - 2Bd, Lashkowitz Riverfront - 3 Bedroom, New Horizons - 1 Bd., New Horizons - 2 Bd., Jeremiah Program, Elliott Place - 1Bd, Church Townhomes - 2 Bd., North Sky - 1 Bd., Mainstream, Lashkowitz Riverfront - 1 Bd, North Sky - 1 Bd, Crossroads - 1 Bd, New Horizons - 1 Bd, Church Townhomes - 3 Bd, Elliott Place - 1 Bd, Church Townhomes - 2 Bd, Crossroads - 2 Bd, Pioneer Manor - 1 Bd., Pioneer Manor - 1Bd, RAD, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Church Townhomes - 3 Bd., Herald Square, Lashkowitz Riverfront - 1Bd, North Sky - 1Bd, New Horizons - 1 Bedroom, Elliott Place - 1 Bedroom, Church Townhomes - 2 Bedroom, Crossroads - 2 Bedroom, Church Townhomes - 3 Bedroom, North Sky - 1 Bedroom, Lantern Light - 2 Bedroom, Crossroads - 1 Bedroom. Applying to multiple program types simultaneously improves your chances of receiving assistance. After submitting, you will be placed on the waiting list based on the date of your application and any applicable preferences (veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, or local residents).
Fargo, North Dakota Section 8 Income Limits
To qualify for Section 8 or Public Housing in Fargo, North Dakota, your household income must fall within HUD's income limits for the Fargo, ND-MN MSA area. A family of four must earn less than $57,800 per year (Very Low Income) to be eligible for most programs. The area median family income is $117,500.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $24,300 | $40,500 | $64,750 |
| 2 Persons | $27,800 | $46,250 | $74,000 |
| 3 Persons | $31,250 | $52,050 | $83,250 |
| 4 Persons | $34,700 | $57,800 | $92,500 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $62,450 | $99,900 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $67,050 | $107,300 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $71,700 | $114,700 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $76,300 | $122,100 |
How do income limits affect my eligibility?
Housing authorities in Fargo use these income limits to determine who qualifies for rental assistance. Your total household income before taxes is compared against the limit for your household size.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — Most Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and Public Housing programs require your income to be at or below this level. This is the primary eligibility threshold.
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households at this level often receive priority on waiting lists. By law, housing authorities must allocate a portion of vouchers to extremely low-income families.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and locally funded initiatives, accept applicants up to this threshold. Contact individual housing authorities below for their specific requirements.
Nearby Cities with Housing Authorities
Applying to nearby cities increases your chances of receiving assistance sooner. These cities are within 75 miles of Fargo and have active housing programs.