Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Winn, MI 48896
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 48896 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Winn, MI 48896. 15 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 48896
Northwinds Apts
3176 E Deerfield Rd, Mt Pleasant, MI 48858
6.7 mi away
60 units · 59 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Devine House
901 McVey St, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
8 mi away
12 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Oak Tree Village
316 Oak St, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
8.2 mi away
72 units · 39 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Yorkshire Commons
1251 E Broomfield St, Mt Pleasant, MI 48858
8.3 mi away
120 units · 24 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Dover Court
1535 E Broomfield St, Mt Pleasant, MI 48858
8.4 mi away
65 units · 64 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Springbrook Townhomes
4650 S Isabella Rd, Mt Pleasant, MI 48858
8.5 mi away
48 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Riverview Apts
1 W Mosher St Apt 111, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
8.5 mi away
123 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Mount Pleasant Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 60 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Winchester Tower / Oxford Row II
1517 Canterbury Trail, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
8.8 mi away
189 units · 1–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 48896
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,070/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,800/yr
Income limits (2026)
Isabella County, MI area · median family income $79,000. 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 | 48896 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $890 | $883 |
| 1 bedroom | $900 | $888 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,070 | $1,059 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,400 | $1,385 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,440 | $1,428 |
Wider area = Isabella County, MI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $1,020 (48832) to $1,290 (49310).
Census figures for 48896 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $136,136 (uncertain estimate). 6% of homes are rented.
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 48896's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 48896Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Winn, MI 48896?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Winn, MI 48896, 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 Winn, MI 48896 have openings?
These lists for Winn, MI 48896 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 Winn, MI 48896?
Use the phone number on each building card in Winn, MI 48896. 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 Winn, MI 48896?
In Winn, MI 48896, 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 ZIP 48896?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 48896 right now. 15 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 48896?
Yes — this page also lists 15 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Winn, MI 48896 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Winn, MI 48896?
Most income-restricted buildings in Winn, MI 48896 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 Winn, MI 48896?
For many programs in Winn, MI 48896, 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 Winn, MI 48896?
There is no single waiting list for Winn, MI 48896. 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 Winn, MI 48896?
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. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Winn, MI 48896?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Winn, MI 48896, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Winn, MI 48896 is $1,070 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 Winn, MI 48896?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Winn, MI 48896. 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 Winn, MI 48896?
This page may still list buildings in Winn, MI 48896 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
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.
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