Hillsdale County, MI
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $691/mo | $622 – $760/mo |
| 1 BR | $764/mo | $688 – $840/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,002/mo | $902 – $1,102/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,252/mo | $1,127 – $1,377/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,327/mo | $1,194 – $1,460/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Hillsdale County, MI (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Hillsdale County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Hillsdale County
- Hillsdale Housing Commission
45 N West St, Hillsdale, MI, 49242 · 5174391210
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Hillsdale County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $29,300 |
| 2 people | $33,450 |
| 3 people | $37,650 |
| 4 people | $41,800 |
| 5 people | $45,150 |
| 6 people | $48,500 |
| 7 people | $51,850 |
| 8 people | $55,200 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Hillsdale County
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
CENTER CITY DOWNTOWN HILLSDALE
8 SOUTH MANNING STREET, HILLSDALE, MI, 49242-000040 income-restricted units23 1BR, 17 2BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047HERITAGE LANE RESIDENCES
117 WEST STREET, JONESVILLE, MI, 49250-000044 income-restricted units16 1BR, 28 2BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046FRIENDSHIP VILLAGE APTS
710 RIVERSIDE DR, LITCHFIELD, MI, 4925239 income-restricted units of 40 total40 1BRBuilt 20084% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038HILLSDALE / BEACON HILL
201 HEATHCLIFF DR, HILLSDALE, MI, 49242198 income-restricted units of 196 totalBuilt 2008Compliance through ~2038WALDRON MANOR
310 S MAIN ST, WALDRON, MI, 4928824 income-restricted units16 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 20064% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036HILLSDALE GARDENS APTS
33 GRACELAND DR, HILLSDALE, MI, 4924287 income-restricted units48 1BR, 33 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20069% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036MEADOWLANDS APTS
375 WARNER ST, READING, MI, 4927435 income-restricted units of 36 total12 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20064% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036GREENWOOD VILLAGE II
300 VILLAGE GREEN BLVD, HILLSDALE, MI, 4924248 income-restricted units8 1BR, 24 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032GREENWOOD VILLAGE
301 VILLAGE GREEN BLVD, HILLSDALE, MI, 4924248 income-restricted units32 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031WALNUT JUNCTION
502 DRAKE ST, JONESVILLE, MI, 4925023 income-restricted units of 24 total16 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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