Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Skanee, MI 49962
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 49962 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Skanee, MI 49962. 1 income-restricted building is listed nearby (within about 21 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 49962
Green Hill Manor
110 6th St, Lanse, MI 49946
16.3 mi away
34 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through L'Anse Housing Commission
Hillcrest Manor
412 Michigan Ave, Baraga, MI 49908
17.7 mi away
50 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Baraga Housing Commission
Rustic Meadows
343 Front St, Lake Linden, MI 49945
27.6 mi away
65 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Lake Linden Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Pineview Apartments
220 a Sharon Ave, Houghton, MI 49931
28.2 mi away
11 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Heritage Manor
401 E Montezuma Ave, Houghton, MI 49931
28.4 mi away
70 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Houghton Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 39 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Douglass House Apts
517 Sheldon Ave, Houghton, MI 49931
28.4 mi away
46 units · 1–2 BR
- 7 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rangetowne Apts
41 Stanton Road, South Range, MI 49963
28.9 mi away
30 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 49962
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
Income limits (2026)
Baraga County, MI area · median family income $70,700. 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 | 49962 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $720 | $723 |
| 1 bedroom | $780 | $775 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,014 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,210 | $1,208 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,340 | $1,333 |
Wider area = Baraga County, MI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (49946) to $1,200 (49808).
Census figures for 49962 (2020–2024 average): Median household income $62,000 (uncertain estimate). 7% 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 49962's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 49962Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Skanee, MI 49962?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Skanee, MI 49962, 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 Skanee, MI 49962 have openings?
These lists for Skanee, MI 49962 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 Skanee, MI 49962?
Use the phone number on each building card in Skanee, MI 49962. 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 Skanee, MI 49962?
In Skanee, MI 49962, 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 49962?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 49962 right now. 1 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 49962?
Yes — this page also lists 1 income-restricted building in ZIP codes near Skanee, MI 49962 (within about 21 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Skanee, MI 49962?
Most income-restricted buildings in Skanee, MI 49962 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 Skanee, MI 49962?
For many programs in Skanee, MI 49962, 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 Skanee, MI 49962?
There is no single waiting list for Skanee, MI 49962. 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 Skanee, MI 49962?
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 Skanee, MI 49962?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Skanee, MI 49962, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Skanee, MI 49962 is $1,010 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 Skanee, MI 49962?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Skanee, MI 49962. 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 Skanee, MI 49962?
This page may still list buildings in Skanee, MI 49962 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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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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