Idlewild Garden Housing — Income-Restricted Housing in Idlewild, MI 49642
723 E. Lansing Blvd., Idlewild, MI 49642
23 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Leasing office: (231) 745-2262Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (231) 745-2262 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1981
- Bedrooms
- 19 1 bedroom · 4 2 bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 93/100 (Jun 2026) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
- Accessible units
- 1
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Kahlil Village Apts
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Hollister Manor
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- Apply through Baldwin Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Rents and income limits in 49642
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
- Renters in 49642 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 87%
Income limits (2026)
Lake County, MI area · median family income $62,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely 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.
| Size | 49642 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $720 | $763 |
| 1 bedroom | $780 | $817 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,069 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,360 | $1,418 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,690 | $1,775 |
Wider area = Lake County, MI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (49623) to $1,100 (49656).
Census figures for 49642 (2020–2024 average): median rent $763 (uncertain estimate). Median household income $26,950. 18% of homes are rented. 87% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 31% 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 49642's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 49642Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Idlewild Garden Housing?
Call (231) 745-2262 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Idlewild Garden Housing in Idlewild, MI 49642. These records do not show openings.
Is Idlewild Garden Housing Section 8 housing?
Idlewild Garden Housing 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 Idlewild Garden Housing?
Public records list 23 units at Idlewild Garden Housing in Idlewild, MI 49642. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Idlewild Garden Housing?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 49642 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 Idlewild Garden Housing?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Idlewild Garden Housing in Idlewild, MI 49642. 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 Idlewild, MI 49642?
Most income-restricted buildings in Idlewild, MI 49642 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 Idlewild, MI 49642?
For many programs in Idlewild, MI 49642, 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 Idlewild, MI 49642?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Idlewild, MI 49642, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Idlewild, MI 49642 is $1,010 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 Idlewild Garden Housing take Section 8 vouchers?
Idlewild Garden Housing 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; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.