Thompsonville, MI Low Income Housing

Thompsonville, MI Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Thompsonville, MI

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Thompsonville, 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 Thompsonville, 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 Thompsonville, Michigan - Benzie County

Studio Apartments $764
One Bedroom Apartments $1,006
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,224
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,419

List of Low Income Housing in or near Thompsonville, MI

Benzie Housing Council - Beulah

PO Box 68
Beulah, MI - 49617
(231)882-5526
The Primary Mission Of The Benzie Housing Council Is The Delivery Of Services And Capital To Low-Income Persons Of Benzie County. This Includes Assessing And Meeting The Needs For Safe, Affordable Housing Needs Of Low Residents Of Benzie County....see full details
Benzie County
Listing Location: 6.86 miles from Thompsonville

Non Profit Apartment

Bayview Apartments - Frankfort

114 Anchor Pl
Frankfort, MI - 49635
231 352-7922
Bayview Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Bayview Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Benzie County
Listing Location: 17.04 miles from Thompsonville

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tradewinds Terrace - Traverse City

851 Fitzhugh Dr
Traverse City, MI - 49684
231-946-2050
Tradewinds Terrace is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Tradewinds Terrace for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Benzie County
Listing Location: 21.44 miles from Thompsonville

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Michigan State Housing Development Authority - Lansing

735 East Michigan Avenue
Lansing, MI - 48909
(517) 373-9344
Michigan State Housing Development Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of the areas Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these 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 Development Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of assistance, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Benzie County
Listing Location: 21.76 miles from Thompsonville


Hamtramck Housing Commission - Hamtramck

12025 Dequindre
Hamtramck, MI - 48212
(313)868-7445
Hamtramck 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
Benzie County
Listing Location: 21.76 miles from Thompsonville


Hillsdale Housing Commission - Hillsdale

45 N West Street
Hillsdale, MI - 49242
(517)439-1210
Hillsdale 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
Benzie County
Listing Location: 21.76 miles from Thompsonville


Sault Ste. Marie Housing Commission - Sault Ste Marie

608 Pine Street
Sault Ste Marie, MI - 49783
(906) 635-5841
Sault Ste. Marie 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
Benzie County
Listing Location: 21.76 miles from Thompsonville


Oak Tree Village - Mount Plea

312 S Oak St
Mount Plea, MI - 48858
989-773-3625
Oak Tree Village is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oak Tree Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Benzie County
Listing Location: 21.76 miles from Thompsonville

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Lake Manor Apartments - Lake Odess

1059 Emerson Dr
Lake Odess, MI - 48849
616 374-7380
Lake Manor Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Lake Manor Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Benzie County
Listing Location: 21.76 miles from Thompsonville

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Aspen Hills - Traverse City

1291 Oak Terrace Dr
Traverse City, MI - 49686
231-947-5704
Aspen Hills is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Aspen Hills for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Benzie County
Listing Location: 22.21 miles from Thompsonville

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Thompsonville, 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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