Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Dafter, MI 49724
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 49724 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Dafter, MI 49724. 12 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 49724
Edge of the Woods
301 24th Ave W, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783
9.9 mi away
80 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Jps Wood Creek
1708 Meridian St, Sault St. Marie, MI 49783
10.9 mi away
48 units · 1–2 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Sault Ste Marie Scattered
1105 E 8th Ave, Sault S Marie, MI 49783
11.1 mi away
142 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Sault Ste Marie Housing Commission
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Wood Creek Apts
1606 Meridian St, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783
11.2 mi away
32 units · 1 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Garfield Landing
510 E Spruce Street, Sault Ste Marie, MI 49783
11.8 mi away
32 units · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Avery Square
510 Ashmun St, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
11.9 mi away
57 units · 29 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Osborn Commons
146 Ridge Street, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783
12.1 mi away
75 units · 63 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
West Bridge Apts
633 W Portage Ave, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
12.1 mi away
28 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
James/Riverview Terrace
300 E Water St, Sault S Marie, MI 49783
12.1 mi away
120 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Sault Ste Marie Housing Commission
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 49724
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,030/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $41,200/yr
Income limits (2026)
Chippewa County, MI area · median family income $86,300. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18,150 | $30,250 | $48,350 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $34,550 | $55,250 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $38,850 | $62,150 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $43,150 | $69,050 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $46,650 | $74,600 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $50,100 | $80,100 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $53,550 | $85,650 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $57,000 | $91,150 |
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 | 49724 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $720 | $726 |
| 1 bedroom | $850 | $863 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,030 | $1,042 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,230 | $1,242 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,360 | $1,369 |
Wider area = Chippewa County, MI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,040 (49752) to $1,070 (49788).
Census figures for 49724 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $82,321. 4% 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 49724's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 49724Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Dafter, MI 49724?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Dafter, MI 49724, 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 Dafter, MI 49724 have openings?
These lists for Dafter, MI 49724 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 Dafter, MI 49724?
Use the phone number on each building card in Dafter, MI 49724. 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 Dafter, MI 49724?
In Dafter, MI 49724, 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 49724?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 49724 right now. 12 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 49724?
Yes — this page also lists 12 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Dafter, MI 49724 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Dafter, MI 49724?
Most income-restricted buildings in Dafter, MI 49724 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 $30,250, and $43,150 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($48,350 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 Dafter, MI 49724?
For many programs in Dafter, MI 49724, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $30,250 a year for 1 person and $43,150 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $48,350 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 Dafter, MI 49724?
There is no single waiting list for Dafter, MI 49724. 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 Dafter, MI 49724?
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 Dafter, MI 49724?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Dafter, MI 49724, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Dafter, MI 49724 is $1,030 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 Dafter, MI 49724?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Dafter, MI 49724. 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 Dafter, MI 49724?
This page may still list buildings in Dafter, MI 49724 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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