Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Cass County, North Dakota
Cass County has a HUD fair market rent of $1,104 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $958 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $21.23 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,104
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- About the same as in North Dakota
- Typical rent
- $958
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- About the same as in North Dakota
- Wage needed
- $21.23
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $44,160 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 40%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 3% more than in North Dakota
Only here
Renting in Cass County: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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Cass County has the highest typical rent in its area: $958, more than any of its 6 neighboring counties; next is Barnes County ($779).
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Cass County has the 3rd lowest homeownership rate of the 53 counties in North Dakota (52%).
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).
Fair market rent
What HUD sets for each size
Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in Cass County. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.
The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)
According to Zillow (ZORI), the typical asking rent in Cass County was $1,107 a month in September 2026: 3.7% more than 12 months ago. It is an index of market listings, not a HUD limit. Zillow data
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $781 | $15.02 | $31,240 |
| 1 bedroom | $903 | $17.37 | $36,120 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,104 | $21.23 | $44,160 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,529 | $29.40 | $61,160 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,845 | $35.48 | $73,800 |
HUD area: Fargo, ND-MN MSA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027
By ZIP code
The fair market rent for your ZIP code
HUD also publishes fair market rents by ZIP code (Small Area FMRs) for 34 ZIP codes in Cass County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,010 in 58006 to $1,500 in 58047. 12 ZIP codes are above the county's fair market rent ($1,104).
Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses. 24 CFR §982.503(a)(1)
| 58002 | Fargo, ND-MN | $770 | $890 | $1,090 | $1,510 | $1,820 |
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| 58004 | Fargo, ND-MN | $770 | $890 | $1,090 | $1,510 | $1,820 |
| 58005 | Fargo, ND-MN | $770 | $890 | $1,090 | $1,510 | $1,820 |
| 58006 | Fargo, ND-MN | $720 | $830 | $1,010 | $1,410 | $1,700 |
| 58007 | Fargo, ND-MN | $770 | $890 | $1,090 | $1,510 | $1,820 |
| 58011 | Fargo, ND-MN | $770 | $890 | $1,090 | $1,510 | $1,820 |
| 58012 | Fargo, ND-MN | $720 | $830 | $1,010 | $1,410 | $1,700 |
| 58021 | Fargo, ND-MN | $930 | $1,060 | $1,300 | $1,800 | $2,180 |
| 58029 | Fargo, ND-MN | $730 | $820 | $1,010 | $1,410 | $1,700 |
| 58031 | Barnes County, ND | $830 | $880 | $1,120 | $1,410 | $1,880 |
| 58031 | Fargo, ND-MN | $830 | $880 | $1,120 | $1,410 | $1,880 |
| 58036 | Fargo, ND-MN | $730 | $820 | $1,010 | $1,410 | $1,700 |
| 58042 | Fargo, ND-MN | $880 | $1,010 | $1,240 | $1,720 | $2,070 |
| 58047 | Fargo, ND-MN | $1,060 | $1,230 | $1,500 | $2,080 | $2,510 |
| 58047 | Richland County, ND | $1,060 | $1,230 | $1,500 | $2,080 | $2,510 |
| 58048 | Fargo, ND-MN | $730 | $820 | $1,010 | $1,410 | $1,700 |
| 58048 | Traill County, ND | $730 | $820 | $1,010 | $1,410 | $1,700 |
| 58051 | Fargo, ND-MN | $730 | $820 | $1,010 | $1,410 | $1,700 |
| 58051 | Richland County, ND | $730 | $820 | $1,010 | $1,410 | $1,700 |
| 58052 | Fargo, ND-MN | $910 | $980 | $1,230 | $1,690 | $2,060 |
| 58052 | Ransom County, ND | $910 | $980 | $1,230 | $1,690 | $2,060 |
| 58052 | Richland County, ND | $910 | $980 | $1,230 | $1,690 | $2,060 |
| 58059 | Fargo, ND-MN | $1,030 | $1,190 | $1,460 | $2,020 | $2,440 |
| 58064 | Barnes County, ND | $730 | $820 | $1,010 | $1,390 | $1,700 |
| 58064 | Fargo, ND-MN | $730 | $820 | $1,010 | $1,390 | $1,700 |
| 58064 | Steele County, ND | $730 | $820 | $1,010 | $1,390 | $1,700 |
| 58071 | Barnes County, ND | $730 | $820 | $1,010 | $1,380 | $1,700 |
| 58071 | Fargo, ND-MN | $730 | $820 | $1,010 | $1,380 | $1,700 |
| 58078 | Fargo, ND-MN | $880 | $1,010 | $1,240 | $1,720 | $2,070 |
| 58079 | Fargo, ND-MN | $770 | $890 | $1,090 | $1,510 | $1,820 |
| 58102 | Fargo, ND-MN | $740 | $850 | $1,040 | $1,440 | $1,740 |
| 58103 | Fargo, ND-MN | $740 | $850 | $1,040 | $1,440 | $1,740 |
| 58104 | Fargo, ND-MN | $920 | $1,060 | $1,300 | $1,800 | $2,170 |
| 58105 | Fargo, ND-MN | $740 | $850 | $1,040 | $1,440 | $1,740 |
- 58002 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,090$1,510
- 58004 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,090$1,510
- 58005 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,090$1,510
- 58006 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,010$1,410
- 58007 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,090$1,510
- 58011 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,090$1,510
- 58012 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,010$1,410
- 58021 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,300$1,800
- 58029 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,010$1,410
- 58031 · Barnes County, ND $1,120$1,410
- 58031 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,120$1,410
- 58036 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,010$1,410
- 58042 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,240$1,720
- 58047 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,500$2,080
- 58047 · Richland County, ND $1,500$2,080
- 58048 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,010$1,410
- 58048 · Traill County, ND $1,010$1,410
- 58051 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,010$1,410
- 58051 · Richland County, ND $1,010$1,410
- 58052 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,230$1,690
- 58052 · Ransom County, ND $1,230$1,690
- 58052 · Richland County, ND $1,230$1,690
- 58059 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,460$2,020
- 58064 · Barnes County, ND $1,010$1,390
- 58064 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,010$1,390
- 58064 · Steele County, ND $1,010$1,390
- 58071 · Barnes County, ND $1,010$1,380
- 58071 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,010$1,380
- 58078 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,240$1,720
- 58079 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,090$1,510
- 58102 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,040$1,440
- 58103 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,040$1,440
- 58104 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,300$1,800
- 58105 · Fargo, ND-MN $1,040$1,440
Source: Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)
Rent burden
How many households spend too much
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Cass County, 40% of renter households are in that position; in North Dakota, 39%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).
Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.
40%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
40,322 households rent in Cass County
- Spend half or more of their income 18%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 22%
- Spend less than 30% 60%
Compared with the state and the country
- Cass 40%
- North Dakota 39%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Cass County
HUD lists 79 properties with homes for low-income households in Cass County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 61
- HUD-assisted
- 17
- public housing
- 4
2,893 homes in all; 2,732 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Arbors at Mccormick Park Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 702 23rd St S, Fargo 58103 186 low-income homes · Studio: 8 · 2 bd: 136 · 3 bd: 42 · In service since 2019 · For families · (701) 293-6014
- Birchwood Properties Tax credit (LIHTC) 2101 27th Ave S, Fargo 58103 181 low-income homes · Studio: 1 · 1 bd: 125 · 2 bd: 51 · 3 bd: 4 · In service since 1999 · For older adults, families
- Southdale Manor Public housing 230 8th Ave W, West Fargo 58078 111 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of Cass County · Average payment: $339 a month · Average wait: 8 months · (701) 282-3443
- New Horizons Manor Tax credit (LIHTC) 2525 Broadway N, Fargo 58102 98 homes, 97 low-income · 1 bd: 73 · 2 bd: 24 · In service since 2019
- Fargo Scattered Site Public housing 922 25th St N, Fargo 58102 90 homes, 88 low-income · Run by Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority · Average payment: $636 a month · Average wait: 8 months · Homes at several sites · (701) 293-6262
- University Drive Manor HUD-assisted 1201 2nd Ave N, Fargo 58102 90 homes, 86 low-income · For older adults · (701) 232-4423
- Park Place Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2701 32nd Ave SW, Fargo 58103 72 low-income homes · 2 bd: 36 · 3 bd: 36 · In service since 1995
- Fargo Scattered Site Public housing 1608 34th Ave S, Fargo 58104 66 low-income homes · Run by Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority · Average payment: $449 a month · Average wait: 6 months · Homes at several sites · (701) 293-6262
- Graver Inn Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 123 Roberts St N, Fargo 58102 60 low-income homes · 1 bd: 58 · 2 bd: 2 · In service since 2004 · For families · (701) 809-2297
- West Winds North Tax credit (LIHTC) 3420 42nd St S, Fargo 58104 52 low-income homes · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 2002
- Fieldstone Village Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4574 44th Ave S, Fargo 58104 49 homes, 48 low-income · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 25 · In service since 2007 · For older adults
- West View Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3140 33rd St SW, Fargo 58103 48 low-income homes · 1 bd: 4 · 2 bd: 20 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 1994
- Country Edge Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3363 31st Ave SW, Fargo 58103 48 homes, 47 low-income · 1 bd: 2 · 2 bd: 34 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 1997 · For families
- Pioneer Manor Public housing 201 11th St N, Fargo 58102 46 low-income homes · Run by Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority · Average payment: $321 a month · Average wait: 18 months · (701) 293-6262
- Windwood Townhomes Tax credit (LIHTC) 4441 Woodhaven Dr S, Fargo 58104 46 low-income homes · 2 bd: 46 · In service since 2004
- Sunrise North Tax credit (LIHTC) 350 26th Ave N, Fargo 58102 43 low-income homes · 1 bd: 34 · 2 bd: 9 · In service since 2008 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Cooper House Tax credit (LIHTC) 414 11th St N, Fargo 58102 43 homes, 42 low-income · Studio: 33 · 1 bd: 10 · In service since 2010 · For people experiencing homelessness
- The Edge Artist Flats Tax credit (LIHTC) 1321 5th Ave N, Fargo 58102 42 low-income homes · 1 bd: 9 · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 9 · In service since 2019 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- The 400 HUD-assisted 400 Broadway N, Fargo 58102 41 low-income homes · For older adults · (651) 646-7848
- Crossroads Senior Living Community Tax credit (LIHTC) 1670 E Gateway Cir S, Fargo 58103 42 homes, 40 low-income · In service since 2012 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Homefield 2 Tax credit (LIHTC) 4245 28th Ave S, Fargo 58104 39 low-income homes · 1 bd: 33 · 2 bd: 6 · In service since 2019 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Homefield I Senior Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 4245 28th Ave S, Fargo 58104 39 low-income homes · 1 bd: 33 · 2 bd: 6 · In service since 2017 · For older adults
- Grandview Apts I Tax credit (LIHTC) 3037 33rd St SW, Fargo 58103 36 homes, 35 low-income · 2 bd: 6 · 3 bd: 30 · In service since 1996 · For people with disabilities
- Commons at 45th I Tax credit (LIHTC) 435 22nd St E, West Fargo 58078 32 low-income homes · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 8 · In service since 1995 · For people with disabilities
- Heritage Commons Tax credit (LIHTC) 1423 3rd St E, West Fargo 58078 32 low-income homes · 2 bd: 32 · In service since 2006
- The Milton Earl HUD-assisted 314 7th St N, Fargo 58102 42 homes, 30 low-income · For older adults · (701) 551-0488
- Dakotah Pioneer Center Tax credit (LIHTC) 633 1st Ave N, Fargo 58102 31 homes, 30 low-income · Studio: 9 · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 2 · In service since 2000 · For people with disabilities, people experiencing homelessness
- Bluestem Homes Tax credit (LIHTC) 4406 Bluestem Ct S, Fargo 58104 30 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 4 · 3 bd: 18 · 4 bd: 7 · In service since 2007 · For people with disabilities, families
- Bluestem Townhomes Tax credit (LIHTC) 4522 Bluestem Ct S, Fargo 58104 30 low-income homes · 2 bd: 20 · 3 bd: 8 · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 2006
- Charleston II Townhomes Tax credit (LIHTC) 146 14th Ave E, West Fargo 58078 30 low-income homes · 2 bd: 30 · In service since 2010 · For older adults
- Dakota Commons Tax credit (LIHTC) 3865 4th St E, West Fargo 58078 30 low-income homes · 2 bd: 30 · In service since 2016 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Foxtail Creek Townhomes Tax credit (LIHTC) 3740 42nd St S, Fargo 58104 30 low-income homes · 2 bd: 16 · 3 bd: 10 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 2003
- Grace Garden Tax credit (LIHTC) 1480 16th St E, West Fargo 58078 30 low-income homes · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 14 · 3 bd: 6 · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 2019 · For people experiencing homelessness
- Harper Heights Tax credit (LIHTC) 121 1st Ave W, West Fargo 58078 30 low-income homes · 1 bd: 11 · 2 bd: 19 · In service since 2019 · For older adults
- Heritage Square Tax credit (LIHTC) 1315 3rd St E, West Fargo 58078 30 low-income homes · 1 bd: 15 · 2 bd: 15 · In service since 2005
- Maybrook Aptsnt Tax credit (LIHTC) 3219 18th St S, Fargo 58104 30 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 6 · 4 bd: 6 · In service since 1993
- Sheyenne Commons Tax credit (LIHTC) 205 14th Ave E, West Fargo 58078 30 low-income homes · 1 bd: 18 · 2 bd: 12 · In service since 2008 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Preserve Townhomes Tax credit (LIHTC) 3178 7th St E, West Fargo 58078 27 low-income homes · 2 bd: 27 · In service since 2012 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Charleston Townhomes Tax credit (LIHTC) 1312 3rd St E, West Fargo 58078 26 low-income homes · 2 bd: 26 · In service since 2008 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Fraser Hall HUD-assisted 711 University Dr S, Fargo 58103 25 low-income homes · For families · (701) 232-3301
- Lake Apts I Tax credit (LIHTC) 3161 32nd St SW, Fargo 58103 24 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1995
- Lake Apts III Tax credit (LIHTC) 3121 32nd St SW, Fargo 58103 24 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1995
- Lake Apts IV Tax credit (LIHTC) 3101 32nd St SW, Fargo 58103 24 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1995
- Lake Apts V Tax credit (LIHTC) 3061 32nd St SW, Fargo 58103 24 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1995
- Prairie Park Apts I Tax credit (LIHTC) 1318 6th St E, West Fargo 58078 24 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1994
- Prairie West Apts III Tax credit (LIHTC) 1415 14th Ave E, West Fargo 58078 24 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 23 · In service since 1991
- Prairie West Apts IV Tax credit (LIHTC) 1515 14th Ave E, West Fargo 58078 24 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1991
- Prairie West Apts Vi Tax credit (LIHTC) 1121 14th Ave E, West Fargo 58078 24 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1992
- Westview Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1802 40th St SW, Fargo 58103 24 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 11 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 1994
- Lake Apts II Tax credit (LIHTC) 3141 32nd St SW, Fargo 58103 24 homes, 23 low-income · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1995
- Prairie Park Apts II Tax credit (LIHTC) 1336 6th St E, West Fargo 58078 24 homes, 23 low-income · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1994 · For families
- Prairie Park Apts III Tax credit (LIHTC) 1354 6th St E, West Fargo 58078 24 homes, 23 low-income · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1994
- Prairie West Apts V Tax credit (LIHTC) 1401 12th St E, West Fargo 58078 24 homes, 23 low-income · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1992
- HomeField 2 HUD-assisted 4235 28th Ave S, Fargo 58104 39 homes, 21 low-income · For families · (701) 532-1485
- The Plaza Apartments HUD-assisted 1376 Oak Manor Ave S, Fargo 58103 39 homes, 21 low-income · For older adults · (701) 515-6295
- Foxboro Court Tax credit (LIHTC) 625 23rd St E, West Fargo 58078 22 homes, 21 low-income · 2 bd: 12 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 1997 · For families
- Bethany Towers II HUD-assisted 1333 3rd Ave S, Fargo 58103 45 homes, 20 low-income · For older adults · (701) 239-3000
- HomeField 3 HUD-assisted 4245 28th Ave S, Fargo 58104 39 homes, 20 low-income · For families · (701) 532-1485
- Commons at 45th II Tax credit (LIHTC) 455 22nd St E, West Fargo 58078 20 homes, 19 low-income · 2 bd: 20 · In service since 1998 · For older adults, people with disabilities, families
- Century Square Townhomes Tax credit (LIHTC) 3820 25th St S, Fargo 58104 19 low-income homes · 2 bd: 19 · In service since 2001
- Casselton Manor HUD-assisted 836 3rd St S, Casselton 58012 18 low-income homes · For older adults · (701) 541-7291
- Park West I Tax credit (LIHTC) 4303 9th Avenue Cir SW, Fargo 58103 18 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 11 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1991 · For people with disabilities, families
- Park West II Tax credit (LIHTC) 4311 9th Avenue Cir SW, Fargo 58103 18 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 11 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1991 · For people with disabilities, families
- Serenity Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 212 8th Ave W, West Fargo 58078 18 low-income homes · 1 bd: 18 · In service since 2005
- HomeField 1 HUD-assisted 4245 28th Ave S, Fargo 58104 39 homes, 17 low-income · For older adults · (701) 532-1485
- Northland Apartments HUD-assisted 1115 23rd St S, Fargo 58103 18 homes, 17 low-income · For people with disabilities · (651) 654-7271
- Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4235 9th Avenue Cir SW, Fargo 58103 18 homes, 17 low-income · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 11 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1991
- Meadow Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 555 22nd St E, West Fargo 58078 16 low-income homes · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 1992
- Sheyenne Square Townhomes Tax credit (LIHTC) 1100 Sheyenne St, West Fargo 58078 16 low-income homes · 2 bd: 16 · In service since 2000
- Fraser #4 HUD-assisted 717 University Dr S, Fargo 58103 15 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (701) 232-3301
- Sisters Path Tax credit (LIHTC) 4229 9th Avenue Cir SW, Fargo 58103 12 low-income homes · 2 bd: 9 · 3 bd: 3 · In service since 2004
- Herald Square Tax credit (LIHTC) 305 Roberts St N, Fargo 58102 9 low-income homes · Studio: 3 · 1 bd: 6 · In service since 2002
- Church Townhomes Tax credit (LIHTC) 1538 16 1/2 St S, Fargo 58103 8 low-income homes · 2 bd: 3 · 3 bd: 5 · In service since 2001
- Herald Square HUD-assisted 303 Roberts St N, Fargo 58102 8 low-income homes · For families
- Whispering Oak Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 351 Linden St, Kindred 58051 8 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 7 · In service since 1996
- Church Townhomes HUD-assisted 1617 16th Ave S, Fargo 58103 6 low-income homes · For families
- Renaissance Partners Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 220 Broadway N, Fargo 58102 5 low-income homes · Studio: 2 · 1 bd: 3 · In service since 2002 · For families
- Sundance Commons Tax credit (LIHTC) 1102 2nd St S, Casselton 58012 25 homes
- North Sky II Tax credit (LIHTC) 4825 28th Ave S, Fargo 58104 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 6 · In service since 2015 · For older adults, people with disabilities
3 properties have two programs at the same address and appear once. Search HUD's map
Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.
Section 8
The Section 8 voucher in Cass County
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. Your public housing agency runs it. 3 agencies serve in Cass County. Here is what the rules say:
The rules, with their source
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You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
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Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
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Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
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If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
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When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
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Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)
| People | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $24,200 | $40,350 | $64,550 |
| 2 people | $27,650 | $46,100 | $73,750 |
| 3 people | $31,100 | $51,850 | $82,950 |
| 4 people | $34,550 | $57,600 | $92,150 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $62,250 | $99,550 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $66,850 | $106,900 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $71,450 | $114,300 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $76,050 | $121,650 |
Area median income: $115,200. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: Fargo, ND-MN MSA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Possible payment standard
- Studio $703 – $859
- 1 bedroom $813 – $993
- 2 bedrooms $994 – $1,214
- 3 bedrooms $1,376 – $1,682
- 4 bedrooms $1,661 – $2,030
The range the rule allows: 90% to 110% of the county's fair market rent. Your agency publishes its own.
Housing agencies that serve this place
- Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 2,060 vouchers · 200 public housing units (701) 293-6262 Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority: tomk@fargohousing.org
- Housing Authority of Cass County Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 545 vouchers · 111 public housing units (701) 282-3443 Housing Authority of Cass County: Derek@casscountyhousing.org
- Richland County Housing Authority Section 8 vouchers · 156 vouchers (701) 282-3443 Richland County Housing Authority: derek@casscountyhousing.org
Housing agencies in North Dakota Source: HUD, Retrieved November 6, 2026
Your rights as a tenant in North Dakota
What North Dakota law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.
See your rights, rule by ruleCompare these rules with other states →
A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.
- How much can they charge for a deposit?
- Up to 1 month of rent
- N.D. Cent. Code §47-16-07.1(1)-(2)
- When must they return my deposit?
- 30 days
- N.D. Cent. Code §47-16-07.1(3)
- If I fall behind on rent, what notice must I get?
- 3 days
- N.D. Cent. Code §47-32-02
- How much notice before a rent increase?
- 30 days
- N.D. Cent. Code §47-16-07
- Repair and deduct from the rentN.D. Cent. Code §47-16-13
Help
Where to get help with rent in Cass County
This HUD-approved agency has an office in Cass County. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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Southeastern North Dakota Community Action Ag
3233 University Dr S, Fargo
- Budget and financial counseling
- Homelessness services
- and 1 more
Tool
How much cash do you need to move in?
It starts with the 2-bedroom fair market rent in Cass County. Change the rent, the deposit and the fees to yours: the numbers stay in your browser.
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Your move
We use the place's fair market rent and the state's deposit rule.
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Cash to move in
$2,208
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $1,104
- Security deposit
- $1,104
- Total
- $2,208
When you'll have it
Enter what you can set aside each month to see how long it takes.
What helps
- Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
- On move-in day, walk through the home and take dated photos.
- Never send money for a home you haven't seen or a lease you haven't read.
This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fair market rent in Cass County?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $781; 1 bedroom: $903; 2 bedrooms: $1,104; 3 bedrooms: $1,529; 4 bedrooms: $1,845. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Cass County?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($1,104) without spending more than 30% of income takes $21.23 an hour full time, or $44,160 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Cass County?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $57,600 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.
How much does Section 8 pay in Cass County?
The voucher pays up to your housing agency's payment standard, minus your share. The rule lets the agency set it between 90% and 110% of the fair market rent: for 2 bedrooms here, between $994 and $1,214 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in Cass County?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,010 in 58006 to $1,500 in 58047. Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses.
How many low-income apartments are there in Cass County?
HUD lists 79 properties with homes for low-income households in Cass County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.
How many households spend too much on rent in Cass County?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Cass County, 40% of renter households are in that position; in North Dakota, 39%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).