Chippewa 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 | $735/mo | $662 – $809/mo |
| 1 BR | $823/mo | $741 – $905/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,066/mo | $959 – $1,173/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,278/mo | $1,150 – $1,406/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,411/mo | $1,270 – $1,552/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Chippewa County, MI (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Chippewa County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Chippewa County
- Sault Ste Marie Housing Commission
608 Pine St, Sault Sainte Marie, MI, 49783 · 9066355841
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Chippewa 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 | $30,250 |
| 2 people | $34,550 |
| 3 people | $38,850 |
| 4 people | $43,150 |
| 5 people | $46,650 |
| 6 people | $50,100 |
| 7 people | $53,550 |
| 8 people | $57,000 |
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 Chippewa 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.
GARFIELD LANDING
510 E SPRUCE STREET, SAULT STE MARIE, MI, 49783-000032 income-restricted units2 studio, 16 1BR, 14 2BRBuilt 20244% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054OSBORN COMMONS
215 OSBORN BLVD, SAULT STE MARIE, MI, 4978363 income-restricted units of 65 total10 1BR, 43 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050BRIDGE VILLAGE
604 W FOURTH AVENUE, SAULT STE MARIE, MI, 49783-0000100 income-restricted units30 1BR, 55 2BR, 15 3BRBuilt 20179% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047WOOD CREEK MANOR
1606 MERIDIAN ST, SAULT SAINTE MARIE, MI, 4978332 income-restricted units32 1BRBuilt 20124% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042- Elderly
PARK PLACE CITY CENTER
416 ASHMUN ST, SAULT SAINTE MARIE, MI, 4978324 income-restricted units5 1BR, 18 2BR, 1 3BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041 WOODCREEK APTS
1708 MERIDIAN ST, SAULT SAINTE MARIE, MI, 4978348 income-restricted units20 1BR, 28 2BRBuilt 20104% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040WEST BRIDGE APTS
633 W PORTAGE AVE, SAULT SAINTE MARIE, MI, 4978328 income-restricted units6 1BR, 18 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20044% LIHTCCompliance through ~2034DRUMMOND ISLAND APTS
33142 S SOCIA SUB RD, DRUMMOND ISLAND, MI, 4972623 income-restricted units of 24 total20 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20024% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032AVERY SQUARE
510 ASHMUN ST, SAULT SAINTE MARIE, MI, 4978329 income-restricted units of 57 total39 1BR, 18 2BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029
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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