Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Muskegon, MI

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the Muskegon County Public Housing Authority.

Income may not exceed 50% of the median income from the table below. The Housing Authority must provide 75 percent of vouchers to those whose income does not exceed 30% of the median income listed below.

HUD Income Limits 2023 in Muskegon, MI.

HUD Designated Metro Area: Income Limits

2023Median Family Income2023 Yearly Income Limit2023 Yearly Income Limit - Person(s) in Family
Income LimitsCategory12345
Muskegon County, MI$72,700Very Low Income (50%)$34,100$37,850$40,900$43,950$46,950
Extremely Low Income (30%)$24,860$30,000$35,140$40,280$45,420
Low Income (80%) $54,500$60,550$65,400$70,250$75,100

HUD Housing Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties In Muskegon, MI

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Muskegon, MI. LIHTC apartment rents are not based on the tenants income. Income credit set aside brackets are selected during the apartment credit applications are used to determine the apartment rents.

The rents are based upon the Area Medium Income (AMI) and tenant based utility allowances. At least 20% of these apartments (listed below), must provide these low rates for low-income tenants.

HUD housing LIHTC Eligibility Requirements

Income: Households must earn below a certain income level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 60% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for LIHTC housing.
Citizenship or residency status: Households must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.
Need for housing assistance: Households must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that they must be unable to afford housing on their own.

In addition to the above requirements, some LIHTC properties may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for LIHTC housing, you can contact your local housing authority (listed above) or search for LIHTC properties (listed below).

LIHTC Maximum Rents

The maximum allowable rents are equal to 30% of the Area Medium Income (AMI), less the utility allowances.

HUD Fair Market Rents for Muskegon, MI Muskegon County

Apartment SizeHUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For AreaLIHTC Maximum Rent
Studio Apartments$655Estimated $196.50 - utility allowance
One Bedroom Apartments$855Estimated $256.50 - utility allowance
Two Bedroom Apartments$1091Estimated $327.30 - utility allowance
Three Bedroom Apartments$1159Estimated $347.70 - utility allowance


Available LIHTC Properties In Muskegon, MI

Using the table above you can estimate what you would be paying by checking the LIHTC Maximum Rent section.

Contact these properties for openings and wait lists and price lists.

Village At Bay Ridge - East, The

3901 3903 Scenic Ridge
Muskegon, MI - 49445
Total Apartment Units: 63

Royale Glen Townhomes

1086 Royale Glen Dr
Muskegon, MI - 49441
Total Apartment Units: 80
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 80
2 Bedroom apartments 40
3 Bedroom apartments 40
Years In Service Since: 1994

Arbor Crossing Apartments

834 S Sheridan Dr
Muskegon, MI - 49442
Total Apartment Units: 108
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 108
1 Bedroom apartments 16
2 Bedroom apartments 64
3 Bedroom apartments 28
Years In Service Since: 1996

Nelson Place

350 Houston Ave
Muskegon, MI - 49441
Total Apartment Units: 101
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 101
1 Bedroom apartments 90
2 Bedroom apartments 11
Years In Service Since: 1998

Cogic Village - Muskegon

756 Emerald St
Muskegon, MI - 49442
Total Apartment Units: 36
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 36
2 Bedroom apartments 24
3 Bedroom apartments 12
Years In Service Since: 2000

Amazon Apartments

550 W Western Ave
Muskegon, MI - 49440
Total Apartment Units: 118
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 118
1 Bedroom apartments 38
2 Bedroom apartments 66
3 Bedroom apartments 14
Years In Service Since: 2002

Village At Park Terrace

1350 W Hackley Ave
Muskegon, MI - 49441
Total Apartment Units: 122
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 122
1 Bedroom apartments 74
2 Bedroom apartments 48
Years In Service Since: 2003
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES

Park Terrace (muskegon)

2180 Vandinther Dr
Muskegon, MI - 49441
Total Apartment Units: 151
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 151
1 Bedroom apartments 24
2 Bedroom apartments 103
3 Bedroom apartments 24
Years In Service Since: 2004
Family Apartments: YES

The Village At Jackson Hill

685 Sumner Ave
Muskegon, MI - 49442
Total Apartment Units: 40
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 40
1 Bedroom apartments 14
2 Bedroom apartments 26
Years In Service Since: 2004
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES

Art Works Muskegon

1204 Eighth St
Muskegon, MI - 49440
Total Apartment Units: 26
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 26
2 Bedroom apartments 26
Years In Service Since: 2005
Disabled Apartments: YES

Renaissance Place

552 W Clay Ave
Muskegon, MI - 49440
Total Apartment Units: 24
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 24
Years In Service Since: 2008
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES

Quail Meadows

725 Meadow Ln
Muskegon, MI - 49442
Total Apartment Units: 120
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 120
1 Bedroom apartments 2
2 Bedroom apartments 82
3 Bedroom apartments 36
Years In Service Since: 2010
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES

Bayview Tower

864 Spring St
Muskegon, MI - 49442
Total Apartment Units: 201
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 201
1 Bedroom apartments 180
2 Bedroom apartments 21
Years In Service Since: 2013
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES

Berkshire Muskegon Senior Housing

275 W. Clay Ave.
Muskegon, MI - 49442
Total Apartment Units: 84
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 84
1 Bedroom apartments 58
2 Bedroom apartments 26
Years In Service Since: 2018
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES


HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Muskegon, MI

The US Department of Housing and Urban Development provides active listings of Section 8 and Multifamily apartments. We have listed them below for you to contact. Check with them to see if they have current availabilities and/or waiting lists. With Section 8 properties, you will need a voucher. Contact the Muskegon County Public Housing Authorities, listed at the top of this page.

Eligibility for HUD Housing Section 8, you must meet the following requirements:

Income: Your income must be below a certain level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 50% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for Section 8 housing.
Citizenship or residency status: You must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
Need for housing assistance: You must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that you must be unable to afford housing on your own.

In addition to the above requirements, some Section 8 programs may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for Section 8 housing, you can contact your local Public Housing Authority (listed above). The Public Housing Authorities can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for Section 8 assistance.

Tips To Get In To Section 8 Housing:

Local Rules: Each local housing authority has different rules around Section 8. Decide where you want to live and find the housing authorities in charge of those neighborhoods.
Applying for a Voucher: Contact your local Public Housing Agency (PHA) to apply for a voucher. They can tell you if they’re currently accepting new applicants and provide application details.
Payment Standards: Section 8 doesn’t specify a fixed dollar amount for rent assistance. Instead, the PHA sets a payment standard based on local housing market rates.

Quail Meadows Apartments

725 Meadow Ln
Muskegon, MI - 49442
Phone: 1-231-777-3013
Total Apartment Units: 120
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Whispering Timbers

1589 Hoyt
Muskegon, MI - 49442
Phone: 1-616-301-8000
Total Apartment Units: 18
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Christian Manor

1480 Mclaughlin
Muskegon, MI - 49442
Phone: 231-777-3788
Total Apartment Units: 42
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Woodside Haven

347 Shonat St
Muskegon, MI - 49442
Phone: 231-767-8029
Total Apartment Units: 46
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Pioneer House-ucpa

1390 Brusse Ave
Muskegon, MI - 49442
Phone: 231-773-5355
Total Apartment Units: 13
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously 202/81

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.

Pioneer Arbour

2300 Barclay St
Muskegon, MI - 49441
Phone: 231-220-2328
Total Apartment Units: 16
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Park Woods Apts

924 Shonat
Muskegon, MI - 49442
Phone: 231-773-3234
Total Apartment Units: 100
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Hickory Village Apartments

1890 Carriage Rd
Muskegon, MI - 49442
Phone: 231-773-2811
Total Apartment Units: 180
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

Bayview Tower

864 Spring St
Muskegon, MI - 49442
Phone: 231-726-6984
Total Apartment Units: 200
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Barclay Senior Village

1931 Barclay
Muskegon, MI - 49441
Phone: 231-755-2803
Total Apartment Units: 70
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Carriage House

1890 Carriage Rd
Muskegon, MI - 49442
Phone: 231-773-2811
Total Apartment Units: 124
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure


About our Data

Our data is collected from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development data along with computations based on their rules on apartments/housing.

How does HUD housing work in MI?

You must qualify for the HUD apartments in the area you are searching. Then, you need to apply directly at the location or through the Public Housing Authority.