Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Ironwood, MI
5 affordable buildings in Ironwood
Ironwood, MI has 5 income-restricted buildings across 1 ZIP code: 2 tax credit, 1 public housing, 1 senior, and 2 usda rural. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In Ironwood
Pioneer Park Apts
515 E Vaughn St, Ironwood, MI 49938
148 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Ironwood Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Northwood Estates
E5125 Macdonald Lane, Ironwood, MI 49938
48 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in Ironwood match this filter.
Programs in Ironwood
- Tax credit
- Public housing
- Seniors
- USDA rural
ZIP codes in Ironwood
Nearby cities
Housing authorities
Public housing in Ironwood is run by these agencies. Apply with them, not at the building.
- Ironwood Housing CommissionCall (906) 932-3341
Rents and income limits in 49938
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,020/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,800/yr
- Renters in 49938 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 47%
Income limits (2026)
Gogebic County, MI area · median family income $70,500. 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 | 49938 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $710 | $706 |
| 1 bedroom | $820 | $816 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,020 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,410 | $1,404 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,500 | $1,495 |
Wider area = Gogebic County, MI.
Census figures for 49938 (2020–2024 average): median rent $628. Median household income $46,606. 23% of homes are rented. 47% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 23% 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 49938's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 49938Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Ironwood, MI?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Ironwood, MI, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Ironwood, MI have openings?
These lists for Ironwood, MI don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Ironwood, MI?
Use the phone number on each building card in Ironwood, MI. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Ironwood, MI?
In Ironwood, MI, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in Ironwood, MI?
This directory lists 5 income-restricted buildings in Ironwood, MI. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Which ZIP codes in Ironwood have affordable housing?
Income-restricted buildings in Ironwood are listed in 49938 (5).
Where do I apply for public housing in Ironwood?
Public housing in Ironwood is run by Ironwood Housing Commission. Apply with that agency, not at the building. For project-based Section 8 and tax-credit apartments, call the phone number on the building card.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Ironwood, MI?
Most income-restricted buildings in Ironwood, MI 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 Ironwood, MI?
For many programs in Ironwood, MI, 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 long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Ironwood, MI?
There is no single waiting list for Ironwood, MI. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Ironwood, MI?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists public housing, tax-credit apartments in Ironwood, MI. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Ironwood, MI?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Ironwood, MI, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Ironwood, MI is $1,020 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Ironwood, MI?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Ironwood, MI. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Ironwood, MI?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Ironwood, MI. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 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.
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