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Section 8 rent in Fargo, ND-MN

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Fargo, ND-MN MSA, covering 56 ZIP codes.

$1,012Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,113Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
56ZIP Codes

Fair market rent by bedroom count

Base SAFMR across all ZIP codes in this market. Housing authorities may set payment standards between 90% and 110% of these rates.

BedroomsLowest ZIPAverageHighest ZIPAvg 110% Standard
Studio$640$706$950$777
1 Bedroom$710$824$1,070$907
2 Bedrooms$930$1,012$1,390$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,210$1,396$1,800$1,536
4 Bedrooms$1,390$1,675$2,170$1,842

Small multifamily Section 8 income

Estimated gross monthly and annual rent for 2-to-4 unit properties, assuming every unit is rented to Section 8 at this market's average fair market rent. Small multifamily is a favorite for long-term buy-and-hold investors stacking stable voucher income across multiple doors.

Property TypeUnit MixGross Monthly RentGross Annual Rent
Duplex2 × 2BR$2,024$24,288
Triplex3 × 2BR$3,036$36,432
Fourplex4 × 2BR$4,048$48,576
Fourplex4 × 3BR$5,584$67,008

Gross scheduled rent before vacancy, maintenance and management. Run any North Dakota multifamily listing through RealG to model it against real operating costs, or try the rental property calculator.

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 15 of 56 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
56584 $1,060 $1,390 $1,670 $2,010
56519 $1,070 $1,380 $1,710 $2,050
58042 $1,060 $1,280 $1,800 $2,170
58059 $1,050 $1,270 $1,780 $2,130
58015 $950 $1,230 $1,720 $2,060
56546 $950 $1,200 $1,570 $1,880
58104 $970 $1,170 $1,640 $1,960
58078 $930 $1,130 $1,580 $1,900
56594 $860 $1,090 $1,530 $1,800
56574 $820 $1,070 $1,300 $1,560
56561 $880 $1,060 $1,490 $1,780
58005 $860 $1,050 $1,470 $1,770
58021 $870 $1,050 $1,480 $1,770
56525 $860 $1,040 $1,460 $1,750
56560 $860 $1,040 $1,460 $1,750

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Fargo, ND-MN?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Fargo, ND-MN MSA is $1,012 per month, ranging from $930 to $1,390 depending on ZIP code. Local housing authorities may set payment standards between 90% and 110% of these rates, so the average 2-bedroom payment standard can reach $1,113.
What is a Small Area Fair Market Rent (SAFMR)?
SAFMRs are fair market rents that HUD publishes at the ZIP code level instead of one rate for a whole metro area. They reflect what modest rental housing actually costs in each ZIP, which means higher payment standards in more expensive neighborhoods. Housing choice voucher payments in this market are based on these rates.
Why do rents vary so much between ZIP codes here?
In Fargo, ND-MN, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $930 to $1,390 per month. HUD sets each ZIP's rate from local rent data, so neighborhoods with stronger rental markets get higher voucher payment standards. For investors, the spread matters: the same house price can produce very different Section 8 rents a few ZIP codes apart.
How do I find Section 8 investment properties in North Dakota?
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