Carson Square — Income-Restricted Housing in Midland, MI 48686
800-900 Block of Carson Street, Traverse City, MI 48686
36 units · 1–2 BR
How to apply
- No phone is listed. Try visiting the property or asking the city housing office how to apply.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 2016
- Income limit
- 60% AMI
- Bedrooms
- 20 1 bedroom · 16 2 bedrooms
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
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4805 E Patrick Rd, Midland, MI 48642
2.3 mi away
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- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Adam's Acres
4612 Quincy Dr, Midland, MI 48642
2.3 mi away
12 units · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Lincoln Park Residences
221 East Patrick Road, Midland, MI 48640
2.9 mi away
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Rents and income limits in 48686
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,205/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $48,200/yr
Income limits (2026)
Midland, MI area · median family income $107,200. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,550 | $37,550 | $60,050 |
| 2 | $25,750 | $42,900 | $68,600 |
| 3 | $28,950 | $48,250 | $77,200 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $53,600 | $85,750 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $57,900 | $92,650 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $62,200 | $99,500 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $66,500 | $106,350 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $70,800 | $113,200 |
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 | Midland, MI |
|---|---|
| Studio | $920 |
| 1 bedroom | $936 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,205 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,498 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,790 |
Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,150 (48657) to $1,550 (48628).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027. 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 48686's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 48686Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Carson Square?
No phone is listed for Carson Square. Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is Carson Square Section 8 housing?
Carson Square is listed as income-restricted housing in Midland, MI 48686 (lihtc). It is not labeled as project-based Section 8 in this file. Call to ask which programs they run.
How many units are at Carson Square?
Public records list 36 units at Carson Square in Midland, MI 48686. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Carson Square?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 48686 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 Carson Square?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Carson Square in Midland, MI 48686. 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 Midland, MI 48686?
Most income-restricted buildings in Midland, MI 48686 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 $37,550, and $53,600 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($60,050 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 Midland, MI 48686?
For many programs in Midland, MI 48686, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $37,550 a year for 1 person and $53,600 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $60,050 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 Midland, MI 48686?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Midland, MI 48686, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Midland, MI 48686 is $1,205 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 Carson Square take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Carson Square has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Midland, MI 48686 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Carson Square.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.