Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Caledonia, MI 49316
1 affordable building in 49316 · 32 more within 10 mi
Caledonia, MI 49316 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 Section 8 and 1 senior. 32 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 49316
No buildings in 49316 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 32 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Summer Haven Senior Community
4740 Breton Rd SE, Kentwood, MI 49508
6.5 mi away
101 units · 94 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Metropolitan Apartments
4634 N Breton Ct SE, Kentwood, MI 49508
6.5 mi away
18 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Wellington Woods Senior
4550 N Breton Ct SE, Kentwood, MI 49508
6.5 mi away
90 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Lincoln Meadow Apartments
500 Lincoln St Apt 111, Middleville, MI 49333
7 mi away
50 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Middleville Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 24 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Breton Grove II
2450 43rd Street Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49508
7 mi away
35 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Breton Grove
2400 43rd Street Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49508
7 mi away
55 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Tamarisk Apts
4520 Bowen Blvd SE, Kentwood, MI 49508
7.1 mi away
100 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Traditions of Grand Rapids
2230 Eastcastle Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508
7.2 mi away
200 units · 199 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Countryside Townhouses
4885 Green Oak Lane, Kentwood, MI 49548
7.5 mi away
146 units · 141 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Birchgrove Apts
4022 Kalamazoo Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508
7.7 mi away
19 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
54th Street Apts II
180 54th St SW, Wyoming, MI 49548
7.8 mi away
4 units · 4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Cityline Apartments
5090 Division Avenue South, Kentwood, MI 49548
7.9 mi away
240 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Oak Ridge Retirement Community
3781 Giddings Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508
8.2 mi away
45 units · 1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 49316
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,810/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $72,400/yr
- Renters in 49316 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 41%
Income limits (2026)
Grand Rapids-Wyoming, MI area · median family income $106,600. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,400 | $37,350 | $59,750 |
| 2 | $25,600 | $42,650 | $68,250 |
| 3 | $28,800 | $48,000 | $76,800 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $53,300 | $85,300 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $57,600 | $92,150 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $61,850 | $98,950 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $66,100 | $105,800 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $70,400 | $112,600 |
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 | 49316 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,440 | $1,306 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,500 | $1,365 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,810 | $1,630 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,330 | $2,113 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,680 | $2,417 |
Wider area = Grand Rapids-Wyoming, MI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 9 nearby ZIPs range from $1,400 (49348) to $1,790 (49315).
Census figures for 49316 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,338. Median household income $103,238. 10% of homes are rented. 41% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 11% 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 49316's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 49316Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Caledonia, MI 49316?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Caledonia, MI 49316, 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 Caledonia, MI 49316 have openings?
These lists for Caledonia, MI 49316 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 Caledonia, MI 49316?
Use the phone number on each building card in Caledonia, MI 49316. 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 Caledonia, MI 49316?
In Caledonia, MI 49316, 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 49316?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Caledonia, MI 49316. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 49316?
Yes — this page also lists 32 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Caledonia, MI 49316 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Caledonia, MI 49316?
Most income-restricted buildings in Caledonia, MI 49316 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 $37,350, and $53,300 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($59,750 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 Caledonia, MI 49316?
For many programs in Caledonia, MI 49316, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $37,350 a year for 1 person and $53,300 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $59,750 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 Caledonia, MI 49316?
There is no single waiting list for Caledonia, MI 49316. 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 Caledonia, MI 49316?
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 project-based Section 8 in Caledonia, MI 49316. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Caledonia, MI 49316?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Caledonia, MI 49316, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Caledonia, MI 49316 is $1,810 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 Caledonia, MI 49316?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Caledonia, MI 49316. 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 Caledonia, MI 49316?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Caledonia, MI 49316. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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