How many low income apartments are in Muskegon Heights, MI?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Muskegon Heights with approximately 547 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Muskegon Heights?

Tenant-paid rents in Muskegon Heights's assisted buildings typically range from about $304 to $307 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 Muskegon Heights?

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 Muskegon Heights?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Muskegon County: about $942/mo for one-bedroom and $1,236/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Muskegon Heights, MI

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Muskegon Heights with roughly 547 assisted units — including 1 project-based Section 8 buildings, 2 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $304 to $307 per month. Median reported wait: about 3 months.

assisted properties

547

subsidized units

$306

typical rent

3 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Muskegon Heights

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Muskegon Heights

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
East Park Manor Public Housing	200	$307	4 mo
Columbia Court Public Housing	140	$304	2 mo
Wells Villa LIHTC	104	—	—
Roosevelt Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	52	—	—
M a Houston Apts LIHTC	51	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Muskegon Heights (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
Roosevelt Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	52	—	—

Public housing developments in Muskegon Heights

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
East Park Manor Public Housing	200	$307	4 mo
Columbia Court Public Housing	140	$304	2 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Muskegon Heights

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
Wells Villa LIHTC	104	—	—
M a Houston Apts LIHTC	51	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Muskegon County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Muskegon County: studio $866, 1-BR $942, 2-BR $1,236, 3-BR $1,490, 4-BR $1,636.

Full FMR table for Muskegon County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Muskegon Heights

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.