Chippewa Lake, MI Low Income Housing

Chippewa Lake, MI Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Chippewa Lake, MI

How do I qualify for low income housing in Chippewa Lake, 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 Chippewa Lake, MI

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Chippewa Lake, 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 Chippewa Lake, 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 Chippewa Lake, Michigan - Mecosta County

Studio Apartments $707
One Bedroom Apartments $826
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,050
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,320

List of Low Income Housing in or near Chippewa Lake, MI

Village Green Apartments - Low Income - Big Rapids

1304 Catherine Street
Big Rapids, MI - 49307
(231) 796-4590
Amenities: Balcony or Patio Digital Cable Available Garbage Disposal Inside Entrance Microwave Refrigerator Stove Walk-in Closets Wall to Wall Carpeting Grilling Area Laundry Facilities Picnic Table Playground ...see full details
Mecosta County
Listing Location: 9.42 miles from Chippewa Lake


Big Rapids Housing Commission - Big Rapids

9 Parkview Village
Big Rapids, MI - 49307
(231) 796-8689
Big Rapids 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
Mecosta County
Listing Location: 9.51 miles from Chippewa Lake


Watertower Place Big Rapids - Big Rapids

715 Water Tower Rd
Big Rapids, MI - 49307
231-796-8689
Watertower Place Big Rapids is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Watertower Place Big Rapids for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Mecosta County
Listing Location: 10.75 miles from Chippewa Lake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Apple Ridge Apartments - Big Rapids

1129 Fuller Ave
Big Rapids, MI - 49307
231-796-2303
Apple Ridge Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Apple Ridge Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Mecosta County
Listing Location: 10.91 miles from Chippewa Lake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Evart Housing Commission - Evart

601 W 1st Street
Evart, MI - 49631
(231) 734-3301
Evart 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
Mecosta County
Listing Location: 11.42 miles from Chippewa Lake


Remus Apartments - Low Income - Remus

8890 35th St
Remus, MI - 49340
(989) 967-8121
Remus Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Remus Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Amenities: Air Conditioning Garbage Disposal Community Room Horse Shoe Pit Laundry Facilities Planned Activities Playground ...see full details
Mecosta County
Listing Location: 12.41 miles from Chippewa Lake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Stoney Creek Apartments - Low Income - Reed City

815 South Roth
Reed City, MI - 49677
(231) 832-2443
...see full details
Mecosta County
Listing Location: 13.50 miles from Chippewa Lake


Reed City Housing Commission - Reed City

802 S Mill Street
Reed City, MI - 49677
(231)832-2762
Reed City 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
Mecosta County
Listing Location: 13.66 miles from Chippewa Lake


Montcalm Housing Commission - Howard City

120 Mulberry St
Howard City, MI - 49329
(231)937-4241
Montcalm 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
Mecosta County
Listing Location: 25.66 miles from Chippewa Lake


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Chippewa Lake, 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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