Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Sodus, MI 49126
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 49126 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Sodus, MI 49126. 27 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 8 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 49126
The 20 closest of 27 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Harbor Pointe Apts Phase I (Benton Charter Twp)
1981 Plaza Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
4.5 mi away
84 units · 1–2 BR
Blossom Acres
1100 Circle Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
4.7 mi away
300 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Benton Township Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 57 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Harbor Bluff - Phase A
717 Harbor Bluff Ct, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
5.5 mi away
16 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Benton Harbor Housing Commission
Harbor Bluff - Phase B
678 Harbor Bluff Ct, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
5.5 mi away
36 units · 8 income-restricted
- Apply through Benton Harbor Housing Commission
Country View Apartments
1928 E. Britain Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
5.6 mi away
198 units · 197 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Adkins Village Apartments
423 Donald Adkins Dr, Fair Plain, MI 49022
5.7 mi away
45 units · 44 income-restricted · 1 BR
Buss Avenue
975 Buss Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
6.5 mi away
135 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Benton Harbor Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 37 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Cogic Village (Benton Harbor)
1956 Territorial Rd, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
6.6 mi away
136 units · 1–3 BR
HOPE VI/Public Housing
346 Broadway, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
6.8 mi away
70 units · 3 BR
- Apply through Benton Harbor Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Benton Harbor Hope VI - Phase II
346 Broadway Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
6.8 mi away
70 units · 3–4+ BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Brunson Hill Homes
272 Brunson Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
7 mi away
48 units · 4+ BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 49126
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,240/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $49,600/yr
- Renters in 49126 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 52%
Income limits (2026)
Niles, MI area · median family income $92,200. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,400 | $32,300 | $51,650 |
| 2 | $22,150 | $36,900 | $59,000 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $41,500 | $66,400 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $46,100 | $73,750 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $49,800 | $79,650 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $53,500 | $85,550 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $57,200 | $91,450 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $60,900 | $97,350 |
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 | 49126 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $860 | $802 |
| 1 bedroom | $950 | $887 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,240 | $1,152 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,630 | $1,512 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,630 | $1,514 |
Wider area = Niles, MI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 8 nearby ZIPs range from $1,070 (49111) to $1,330 (49127).
Census figures for 49126 (2020–2024 average): median rent $992. Median household income $76,875 (uncertain estimate). 19% of homes are rented. 52% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 9% 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 49126's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 49126Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Sodus, MI 49126?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Sodus, MI 49126, 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 Sodus, MI 49126 have openings?
These lists for Sodus, MI 49126 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 Sodus, MI 49126?
Use the phone number on each building card in Sodus, MI 49126. 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 Sodus, MI 49126?
In Sodus, MI 49126, 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 49126?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 49126 right now. 27 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 49126?
Yes — this page also lists 27 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Sodus, MI 49126 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Sodus, MI 49126?
Most income-restricted buildings in Sodus, MI 49126 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 $32,300, and $46,100 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($51,650 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 Sodus, MI 49126?
For many programs in Sodus, MI 49126, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $32,300 a year for 1 person and $46,100 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $51,650 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 Sodus, MI 49126?
There is no single waiting list for Sodus, MI 49126. 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 Sodus, MI 49126?
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 Sodus, MI 49126?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Sodus, MI 49126, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Sodus, MI 49126 is $1,240 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 Sodus, MI 49126?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Sodus, MI 49126. 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 Sodus, MI 49126?
This page may still list buildings in Sodus, MI 49126 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; 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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