Lansing, MI Low Income Housing

Lansing, MI Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Lansing, MI

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Lansing, 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 Lansing, 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 Lansing, Michigan - Ingham County

Studio Apartments $868
One Bedroom Apartments $1,063
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,374
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,428

List of Low Income Housing in or near Lansing, MI

Cedar Place - Affordable Senior Community

Cedar Place - Affordable Senior Community - Lansing

201 W. Jolly Rd
Lansing, MI - 48910
(855) 886-3140
Ingham County

Edgewood Villas

Edgewood Villas - Lansing

1010 W. Edgewood Blvd.
Lansing, MI - 48911
(833) 524-0442
Ingham County

Lansing Housing Commission - Lansing

310 Seymour Avenue
Lansing, MI - 48933
(517)487-6550
Ingham County

Michigan State Housing Development Authority

Michigan State Housing Development Authority - Lansing

735 East Michigan Avenue
Lansing, MI - 48909
(517) 373-9344
Ingham County

Michigan State Housing Development Authority - Lansing

735 E. Michigan Ave.
Lansing, MI - 48909
866-946-7432
Ingham County

Lansing Affordable Homes, - Lansing

6810 South Cedar, Ste. #15
Lansing, MI - 48911
517-694-6284
Ingham County

Franklin Street Community Housing Corporation - Lansing

618 Seymour Street
Lansing, MI - 48933
517-482-8708
Ingham County

Michigan Interfaith Trust Fund

Michigan Interfaith Trust Fund - Lansing

1000 S Washington Ave
Lansing, MI - 48910
(517)372-6001
Ingham County
Non Profit Apartment

Southbrook Villa - Lansing

457 E. Edgewood Blvd.
Lansing, MI - 48911
517-887-0315
Ingham County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Washington Woods - Lansing

5801 S Washington Ave
Lansing, MI - 48911
517-887-0100
Ingham County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Pinebrook Manor - Lansing

5925 S Waverly Rd
Lansing, MI - 48911
517-882-9147
Ingham County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Camelot Hills - Lansing

619 Sadie Ct
Lansing, MI - 48906
517-485-6938
Ingham County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Capitol Commons - Lansing

600 S Sycamore
Lansing, MI - 48933
517-484-0505
Ingham County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Capitol Commons - Lansing

500 S Pine Street
Lansing, MI - 48933
517-482-8880
Ingham County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Somerset - Lansing

1401 W Holmes Rd
Lansing, MI - 48910
517-394-6800
Ingham County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Aspen Hollow Edgewood Glen

Aspen Hollow Edgewood Glen - Lansing

1402 W. Georgetown Blvd
Lansing, MI - 48911
(517) 643-6495
Ingham County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 30% of gross income
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): There is a Utility Allowance
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Moore Apartments Ii - Lansing

401 W Jolly Rd
Lansing, MI - 48910
517-393-4442
Ingham County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Riverfront - Lansing

601 N. Cedar
Lansing, MI - 48912
517-372-1082
Ingham County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Friendship Manor

Friendship Manor - Lansing

200 Friendship Cir
Lansing, MI - 48912
(517) 351-7540
Ingham County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Alison House - Lansing

943 Alison House Lane
Lansing, MI - 48917
517-323-4222
Ingham County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Lansing Manor - Lansing

5200 W Mall Dr
Lansing, MI - 48917
517-321-5058
Ingham County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Coronado Gardens Cooperative - Lansing

3056 North Waverly
Lansing, MI - 48906
517-321-1928
Ingham County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Elmwood Park - Lansing

1030 Woodale Lane
Lansing, MI - 48917
517 321-5146
Ingham County
Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Water, sewer, trash
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Summer Place Townhouses

Summer Place Townhouses - Lansing

4901 South Waverly Road
Lansing, MI - 48911
(517) 393-2820
Ingham County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Lansing, 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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