Alpha, MI Low Income Housing

Alpha, MI Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Alpha, MI

How do I qualify for low income housing in Alpha, 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 Alpha, MI

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Alpha, 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 Alpha, 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 Alpha, Michigan - Iron County

Studio Apartments $628
One Bedroom Apartments $826
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,150
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,174

List of Low Income Housing in or near Alpha, MI

Michigan State University Extension Service - Iron Mountain - Crystal Falls

2 South 6th Street
Crystal Falls, MI - 49920
906-875-6642
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Iron County
Listing Location: 4.07 miles from Alpha


Iron County Housing Commission - Crystal Falls

210 N 3rd Street
Crystal Falls, MI - 49920
(906) 875-6060
Iron County Housing Commission provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for rentals or vouchers 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 or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Iron County
Listing Location: 4.26 miles from Alpha


Chapin Heights Apartments - Florence

Route 1 Bldg A
Florence, WI - 54121
715-528-3522
Chapin Heights Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Chapin Heights Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Iron County
Listing Location: 6.34 miles from Alpha

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Florence Terrace - Florence

E1 Chapin St. Florence Apartments
Florence, WI - 54121
906-932-5500
Florence Terrace is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Florence Terrace for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Iron County
Listing Location: 9.02 miles from Alpha

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Spring Valley Apartments - Iron River

100 Spring Valley Ave
Iron River, MI -
906-265-9060
Spring Valley Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Spring Valley Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Iron County
Listing Location: 12.22 miles from Alpha

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Stambaugh Housing Commission - Iron River

208 Jefferson Avenue
Iron River, MI - 49935
(906)265-5540
Stambaugh 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
Iron County
Listing Location: 12.30 miles from Alpha


Iron River Housing Commission - Iron River

236 N 3rd Avenue
Iron River, MI - 49935
(906)265-4398
Iron River 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
Iron County
Listing Location: 12.92 miles from Alpha


Westwood Apartments - Kingsford

207 S Westwood Ave
Kingsford, MI - 49802
1-906-779-0847
Westwood Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Westwood Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Iron County
Listing Location: 21.35 miles from Alpha

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Michigan State University Extension-dickinson County - Iron Mountain

800 Crystal Lake Blvd.
Iron Mountain, MI - 49801
906-774-0363
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Iron County
Listing Location: 21.61 miles from Alpha


Kingsford Housing Commission - Kingsford

1025 Woodward Avenue
Kingsford, MI - 49802
(906)774-2771
Kingsford 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
Iron County
Listing Location: 21.75 miles from Alpha


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Alpha, 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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