Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Ravenna, MI 49451
2 affordable buildings in 49451 · 17 more within 10 mi
Ravenna, MI 49451 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit, 1 senior, and 1 usda rural. 17 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 49451
Creekside Apartment
3796 S. Ravenna, Ravenna, MI 49451
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No buildings in 49451 match this filter.
Nearby
Arbor Crossing Apts
834 S Sheridan Dr, Muskegon, MI 49442
11 mi away
108 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Carriage House
1891 Carriage Rd, Muskegon, MI 49442
11.7 mi away
124 units · 59 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Grant Senior Citizen Housing
10 N. Lake Street, Grant, MI 49327
11.7 mi away
24 units · 1 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Whispering Hill
161 N Lake St, Grant, MI 49327
11.8 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Park Woods Apts
924 Shonat Street, Muskegon, MI 49442
11.9 mi away
100 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Pioneer House-Ucpa
1390 Brusse Ave, Muskegon, MI 49442
12.5 mi away
13 units · 12 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Whispering Timbers
1589 Hoyt, Muskegon, MI 49442
13.7 mi away
18 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Hartford Terrace
1317 Terrace St, Muskegon, MI 49442
13.7 mi away
6 units
- Apply through Muskegon Housing Commission
Bayview Tower
864 Spring St, Muskegon, MI 49442
13.9 mi away
200 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Samaritas Affordable Living Muskegon
4 West Webster Ave, Muskegon, MI 49442
14.1 mi away
53 units · 1 BR
Berkshire Muskegon Senior Housing
275 W. Clay Ave., Muskegon, MI 49442
14.3 mi away
84 units · 68 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 49451
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,370/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $54,800/yr
- Renters in 49451 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 50%
Income limits (2026)
Muskegon-Norton Shores, MI area · median family income $77,500. 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 | 49451 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $950 | $937 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,200 | $982 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,370 | $1,285 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,740 | $1,534 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,040 | $1,689 |
Wider area = Muskegon-Norton Shores, MI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $1,200 (49442) to $1,460 (49318).
Census figures for 49451 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,010. Median household income $71,563. 10% of homes are rented. 50% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 33% 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 49451's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 49451Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Ravenna, MI 49451?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Ravenna, MI 49451, 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 Ravenna, MI 49451 have openings?
These lists for Ravenna, MI 49451 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 Ravenna, MI 49451?
Use the phone number on each building card in Ravenna, MI 49451. 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 Ravenna, MI 49451?
In Ravenna, MI 49451, 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 49451?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Ravenna, MI 49451. 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 49451?
Yes — this page also lists 17 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Ravenna, MI 49451 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Ravenna, MI 49451?
Most income-restricted buildings in Ravenna, MI 49451 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 Ravenna, MI 49451?
For many programs in Ravenna, MI 49451, 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 Ravenna, MI 49451?
There is no single waiting list for Ravenna, MI 49451. 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 Ravenna, MI 49451?
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 tax-credit apartments in Ravenna, MI 49451. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Ravenna, MI 49451?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Ravenna, MI 49451, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Ravenna, MI 49451 is $1,370 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 Ravenna, MI 49451?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Ravenna, MI 49451. 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 Ravenna, MI 49451?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Ravenna, MI 49451. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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