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Mach 1 — Income-Restricted Housing in Flint, MI 48506

3800 Richfield Rd, Flint, MI 48506

Section 8

389 units · 1–4+ BR

Leasing office: (248) 833-0550Directions

How to apply

  1. Call the leasing office at (248) 833-0550 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
  2. These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.

At this building

Bedrooms
197 1 bedroom · 100 2 bedrooms · 66 3 bedrooms · 26 4+ bedrooms
HUD inspection
HUD inspection score: 87/100 (Jan 2026) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.

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Rents and income limits in 48506

Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
$1,080/mo
Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
$43,200/yr
Renters in 48506 paying 30% or more of income on rent
63%

Income limits (2026)

Flint, MI area · median family income $82,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.

PeopleExtremely low 30%Very low 50%Low 80%
1$17,600$29,300$46,850
2$21,640$33,450$53,550
3$27,320$37,650$60,250
4$33,000$41,800$66,900
5$38,680$45,150$72,300
6$44,360$48,500$77,650
7$50,040$51,850$83,000
8$55,200$55,200$88,350

Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.

Fair market rents (2027)

HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.

Size48506Wider area
Studio$750$792
1 bedroom$900$939
2 bedrooms$1,080$1,133
3 bedrooms$1,330$1,391
4 bedrooms$1,540$1,613

Wider area = Flint, MI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (48437) to $1,250 (48509).

Census figures for 48506 (2020–2024 average): median rent $930. Median household income $47,929. 31% of homes are rented. 63% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 34% pay half or more.

Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.

Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.

Estimate your Section 8 rent share

Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 48506's fair market rent.

Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 48506

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply to Mach 1?

Call (248) 833-0550 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Mach 1 in Flint, MI 48506. These records do not show openings.

Is Mach 1 Section 8 housing?

Mach 1 is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.

How many units are at Mach 1?

Public records list 389 units at Mach 1 in Flint, MI 48506. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.

Are there other affordable apartments near Mach 1?

Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 48506 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.

People Also Ask

How do I get into Mach 1?

Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Mach 1 in Flint, MI 48506. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.

How do I qualify for affordable housing in Flint, MI 48506?

Most income-restricted buildings in Flint, MI 48506 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $29,300, and $41,800 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($46,850 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.

What is the income limit for low-income housing in Flint, MI 48506?

For many programs in Flint, MI 48506, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $29,300 a year for 1 person and $41,800 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $46,850 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.

How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Flint, MI 48506?

In public housing and most Section 8 in Flint, MI 48506, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Flint, MI 48506 is $1,080 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.

Does Mach 1 take Section 8 vouchers?

Mach 1 is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.

Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.