Calhoun 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 | $833/mo | $750 – $916/mo |
| 1 BR | $976/mo | $878 – $1,074/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,176/mo | $1,058 – $1,294/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,410/mo | $1,269 – $1,551/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,565/mo | $1,409 – $1,722/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Calhoun County, MI (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Calhoun County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Calhoun County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Battle Creek Housing Commission
250 Champion St, Battle Creek, MI, 49037 · 2699650591
- Albion Housing Commission
1300 Cooper St, Albion, MI, 49224 · 5176292511
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Calhoun 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 Calhoun 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.
- Elderly
LINCOLNSHIRE TOWNHOMES (ALBION)
900-912 BOYD DRIVE, ALBION, MI, 49224-000080 income-restricted units of 81 total13 1BR, 42 2BR, 26 3BRBuilt 20159% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045 SILVER STAR II
44 CLARK RD, BATTLE CREEK, MI, 49037100 income-restricted units of 101 total100 1BR, 1 3BRBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043SILVER STAR APTS
5500 ARMSTRONG RD, BATTLE CREEK, MI, 4903776 income-restricted units76 1BRBuilt 20094% LIHTCCompliance through ~2039RESIDENCES AT WESTBROOK PLACE II
183 W ST, BATTLE CREEK, MI, 4903748 income-restricted units24 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038RESIDENCES AT WESTBROOK PLACE I
183 W ST, BATTLE CREEK, MI, 4903768 income-restricted units of 69 total34 1BR, 35 2BRBuilt 20064% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036SPRINGVIEW TOWER
231 SPRINGVIEW DR, BATTLE CREEK, MI, 49037175 income-restricted units174 1BR, 1 2BRBuilt 20064% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036FAIRWAY MEADOWS II
408 FAIRWAY MDWS, MARSHALL, MI, 4906812 income-restricted units6 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035LIBERTY COMMONS
180 CARL AVE, BATTLE CREEK, MI, 49037158 income-restricted units55 1BR, 32 2BR, 53 3BR, 18 4BR+Built 20054% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035BROOKSTONE APTS (BATTLE CREEK)
5730 DAHLIA DR, BATTLE CREEK, MI, 49015100 income-restricted units50 2BR, 50 3BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033FAIRWAY MEADOWS
406 FAIRWAY MDWS, MARSHALL, MI, 4906810 income-restricted units2 1BR, 4 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032TEAL RUN APTS
5220 HORIZON DR, BATTLE CREEK, MI, 49015100 income-restricted units of 150 total50 1BR, 70 2BR, 30 3BRBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032
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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