Sawyer, MI Low Income Housing

Sawyer, MI Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Sawyer, MI

How do I qualify for low income housing in Sawyer, MI?
To qualify for low income housing in Michigan, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Sawyer, MI

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Sawyer, MI, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Sawyer, MI. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Sawyer, Michigan - Berrien County

Studio Apartments $736
One Bedroom Apartments $957
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,229
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,366

List of Low Income Housing in or near Sawyer, MI

Bridgman Estates - Bridgman

9955 Baldwin Rd
Bridgman, MI - 49106
269-465-5956
Bridgman Estates is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Bridgman Estates for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Berrien County
Listing Location: 3.97 miles from Sawyer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oakview Estates Apartments - Low Income - New Buffalo

17670 US-12
New Buffalo, MI - 49117
(269) 469-2150
...see full details
Berrien County
Listing Location: 9.13 miles from Sawyer


Lake Pines Apartments - Saint Joseph

2667 Lake Pine Dr
Saint Joseph, MI - 49085
(269) 429-2282
Lake Pines Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Lake Pines Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Berrien County
Listing Location: 11.39 miles from Sawyer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Chicago Trail Village - New Carlisle

31891 Chicago Trl
New Carlisle, IN - 46552
(574)654-2301
Chicago Trail Village is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Chicago Trail Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Berrien County
Listing Location: 12.16 miles from Sawyer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Timber Ridge Manor - Berrien Springs

8689 Us Hwy 31
Berrien Springs, MI - 49103
(269)471-1500
Timber Ridge Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Timber Ridge Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Berrien County
Listing Location: 12.19 miles from Sawyer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Metea Court - Buchanan

705 Rynearson Rd
Buchanan, MI - 49107
(269) 695-9842
Metea Court is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Metea Court for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Berrien County
Listing Location: 12.99 miles from Sawyer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Mill Pond Apartments - Buchanan

800 E Smith St
Buchanan, MI - 49107
(269) 695-0475
Mill Pond Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mill Pond Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Berrien County
Listing Location: 13.12 miles from Sawyer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Vineyards - Saint Joseph

3355 Lakeshore Dr
Saint Joseph, MI - 49085
269-429-7522
Vineyards is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Vineyards for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Berrien County
Listing Location: 13.86 miles from Sawyer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Adkins Village Apartments - Benton Harbor

430 Donald Adkins Dr
Benton Harbor, MI - 49022
269-927-2562
Adkins Village Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Adkins Village Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Berrien County
Listing Location: 16.12 miles from Sawyer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Saint Joseph Housing Commission - St Joseph

601 Port Street
St Joseph, MI - 49085
(269)983-2814
Saint Joseph Housing Commission provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of Low Rent Public Housing. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD.There may be waiting lists for these rentals and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of housing assistance in the area please contact the Housing Commission directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Berrien County
Listing Location: 16.64 miles from Sawyer


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Sawyer, MI

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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