Crawford 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 | $716/mo | $644 – $788/mo |
| 1 BR | $875/mo | $788 – $963/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,038/mo | $934 – $1,142/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,245/mo | $1,121 – $1,370/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,472/mo | $1,325 – $1,619/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Crawford County, MI (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Crawford County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Crawford County
- Grayling Housing Commission
308 Lawndale St, Grayling, MI, 49738 · 9893489314
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Crawford 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 Crawford 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.
WHISPERING PINES SENIOR (GRAYLING)
595 MEADOWS DRIVE, GRAYLING, MI, 49738-000024 income-restricted units20 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20229% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052GRAYLING PINES FAMILY APTS
597 MEADOWS DR, GRAYLING, MI, 4973824 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029WHISPERING PINES SENIOR
595 MEADOWS DR, GRAYLING, MI, 4973824 income-restricted units20 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 19999% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029RIVERVIEW APTS (GRAYLING)
306 KNIGHT ST, GRAYLING, MI, 4973820 income-restricted units20 1BRBuilt 19959% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025ARBOR COURT
400 MADSEN ST, GRAYLING, MI, 4973816 income-restricted units16 2BRBuilt 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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