How many low income apartments are in Alma, MI?

HUD administrative data tracks 10 subsidized properties in Alma with approximately 505 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Alma?

Tenant-paid rents in Alma's assisted buildings typically range from about $375 to $560 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Alma?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Alma?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Gratiot County: about $742/mo for one-bedroom and $973/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Alma, MI

There are 10 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Alma with roughly 505 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 6 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $375 to $560 per month. Median reported wait: about 62 months.

assisted properties

505

subsidized units

$468

typical rent

62 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Alma

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Alma

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Pine Villa PB Section 8	111	$393	—
Heather Ct/hampton Pk Public Housing	94	$560	62 mo
Countryside Apts LIHTC	48	—	—
Countryside Three LIHTC	48	—	—
Countryside Two LIHTC	48	—	—
Pinewinds Ii Apts. PB Section 8	40	$375	—
Alma Apts LIHTC	32	—	—
Countryside Four LIHTC	30	—	—
Tartan Terrace PB Section 8	30	$396	—
Scottish Pines Senior LIHTC	24	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Alma (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Pine Villa PB Section 8	111	$393	—
Pinewinds Ii Apts. PB Section 8	40	$375	—
Tartan Terrace PB Section 8	30	$396	—

Public housing developments in Alma

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Heather Ct/hampton Pk Public Housing	94	$560	62 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Alma

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Countryside Apts LIHTC	48	—	—
Countryside Three LIHTC	48	—	—
Countryside Two LIHTC	48	—	—
Alma Apts LIHTC	32	—	—
Countryside Four LIHTC	30	—	—
Scottish Pines Senior LIHTC	24	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Gratiot County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Gratiot County: studio $689, 1-BR $742, 2-BR $973, 3-BR $1,304, 4-BR $1,455.

Full FMR table for Gratiot County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Alma

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.