Somerset, MI Low Income Housing

Somerset, MI Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Somerset, MI

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Somerset, 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 Somerset, 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 Somerset, Michigan - Hillsdale County

Studio Apartments $631
One Bedroom Apartments $831
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,036
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,136

List of Low Income Housing in or near Somerset, MI

Hope House I - Jackson

1706 Second St
Jackson, MI - 49203
517-784-7559
Hope House I is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Hope House I for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hillsdale County
Listing Location: 11.81 miles from Somerset

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Kings Community - Jackson

325 East Morrell Street
Jackson, MI - 49203
517-782-8137
Kings Community is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Kings Community for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hillsdale County
Listing Location: 12.59 miles from Somerset

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Southridge Park - Jackson

79 Warwick Ct
Jackson, MI - 49203
517-783-4984
Southridge Park is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Southridge Park for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hillsdale County
Listing Location: 12.85 miles from Somerset

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Community Action Agency / Community Solutions Center - Jackson

511 S. Jackson
Jackson, MI - 49203
517-788-6495
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 Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Services for Homeless Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Hillsdale County
Listing Location: 12.85 miles from Somerset


Peterson Apartments - Jackson

510 S Jackson St
Jackson, MI - 49203
517-789-6832
Peterson Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Peterson Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hillsdale County
Listing Location: 12.86 miles from Somerset

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Otsego Apartments - Jackson

102 Francis St
Jackson, MI - 49201
517-782-9479
Otsego Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Otsego Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hillsdale County
Listing Location: 13.10 miles from Somerset

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Jackson Affordable Housing Corporation - Jackson

161 W Michigan Ave
Jackson, MI - 49201
517-788-4626
Provide Affordable Housing For Low/Moderate Income People In Jackson....see full details
Hillsdale County
Listing Location: 13.14 miles from Somerset

Non Profit Apartment

Elaine Apartments - Jackson

101 E Michigan Ave
Jackson, MI - 49201
(989) 772-3261
Elaine Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Elaine Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hillsdale County
Listing Location: 13.15 miles from Somerset

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Foxfire - Jackson

435 Peppertree Circle
Jackson, MI - 49203
517-784-3174
Foxfire is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Foxfire for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hillsdale County
Listing Location: 13.23 miles from Somerset

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Glenwood Apartments - Jackson

3500 Commons Blvd
Jackson, MI - 49203
517-782-4220
Glenwood Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Glenwood Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hillsdale County
Listing Location: 13.26 miles from Somerset

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Somerset, 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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