Mill Creek Meadows S — Income-Restricted Housing in Saranac, MI 48881
203 Parsonage St Apt 161, Saranac, MI 48881
89 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Saranac Housing Commission
Housing authority: (616) 642-9832Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Saranac Housing Commission. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (616) 642-9832.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 80 1 bedroom · 5 2 bedrooms · 4 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $411/mo
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- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
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- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Rents and income limits in 48881
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,090/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $43,600/yr
- Renters in 48881 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 40%
Income limits (2026)
Ionia County, MI area · median family income $98,700. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,250 | $32,100 | $51,350 |
| 2 | $22,000 | $36,650 | $58,650 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $41,250 | $66,000 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $45,800 | $73,300 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $49,500 | $79,200 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $53,150 | $85,050 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $56,800 | $90,900 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $60,500 | $96,800 |
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 | 48881 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $760 | $862 |
| 1 bedroom | $830 | $946 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,090 | $1,238 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,350 | $1,579 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,740 | $1,930 |
Wider area = Ionia County, MI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,190 (48846) to $1,640 (49331).
Census figures for 48881 (2020–2024 average): median rent $720. Median household income $78,607. 24% of homes are rented. 40% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 5% 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 48881's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 48881Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Mill Creek Meadows S?
Apply through Saranac Housing Commission, which runs Mill Creek Meadows S. Call (616) 642-9832. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Mill Creek Meadows S Section 8 housing?
Mill Creek Meadows S is public housing, not a project-based Section 8 contract. Apply with the housing authority. A Housing Choice Voucher is a separate program.
How many units are at Mill Creek Meadows S?
Public records list 89 units at Mill Creek Meadows S in Saranac, MI 48881. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Mill Creek Meadows S?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 48881 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 Mill Creek Meadows S?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Mill Creek Meadows S in Saranac, MI 48881. 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 Saranac, MI 48881?
Most income-restricted buildings in Saranac, MI 48881 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 $32,100, and $45,800 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($51,350 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 Saranac, MI 48881?
For many programs in Saranac, MI 48881, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $32,100 a year for 1 person and $45,800 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $51,350 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 Saranac, MI 48881?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Saranac, MI 48881, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Saranac, MI 48881 is $1,090 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 Mill Creek Meadows S take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Mill Creek Meadows S has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Saranac, MI 48881 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Mill Creek Meadows S.
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.