Branch 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 | $689/mo | $620 – $758/mo |
| 1 BR | $840/mo | $756 – $924/mo |
| 2 BR | $973/mo | $876 – $1,070/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,324/mo | $1,192 – $1,456/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,329/mo | $1,196 – $1,462/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Branch County, MI (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Branch County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Branch County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Bronson Housing Commission
318 S Ruggles St, Bronson, MI, 49028 · 5173696265
- Coldwater Housing Commission
60 S Clay St, Coldwater, MI, 49036 · 5172782660
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Branch 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 Branch 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.
BRONSON SENIOR & MEADOW VIEW SENIOR APTS
435 WAYNE STREET, BRONSON, MI, 49028-000040 income-restricted units40 1BRBuilt 20234% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053- Elderly
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N. HANCHETT STREET, COLDWATER,, COLDWATER, MI, 49036-000050 income-restricted units11 1BR, 32 2BR, 7 3BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050 COLDWATER CROSSINGS APTS
30 W PARK AVE, COLDWATER, MI, 4903637 income-restricted units of 38 totalBuilt 20084% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038TIBBITTS GREENE
NORTHSHORE DR, COLDWATER, MI24 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2007Compliance through ~2037OLD MILL RACE
519 W CHICAGO ST, COLDWATER, MI, 4903648 income-restricted units20 1BR, 20 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 20069% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036PRAIRIE GLEN
80 GLENN AVE, QUINCY, MI, 4908247 income-restricted units of 48 total16 1BR, 32 2BRBuilt 20064% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036WHISPERING PINES APTS PHASE II
60 SAUK RIVER DR, COLDWATER, MI, 4903644 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034WHISPERING PINES APTS PHASE I (COLDWATER)
40 WHISPERING PNES, COLDWATER, MI, 49036112 income-restricted units32 1BR, 56 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032LAURA'S PLACE
222 N MICHIGAN AVE, COLDWATER, MI, 490366 income-restricted units6 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030BRONSON FIELDCREST APTS
151 WAYNE ST, BRONSON, MI, 4902823 income-restricted units of 24 total6 1BR, 18 2BRBuilt 19989% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028BRONSON SENIOR APTS
435 WAYNE ST, BRONSON, MI, 4902824 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024MEADOW VIEW SENIOR
60 FARM LN, COLDWATER, MI, 4903616 income-restricted units16 1BRBuilt 19949% LIHTCCompliance through ~2024
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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