Delta 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 | $714/mo | $643 – $785/mo |
| 1 BR | $742/mo | $668 – $816/mo |
| 2 BR | $973/mo | $876 – $1,070/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,288/mo | $1,159 – $1,417/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,632/mo | $1,469 – $1,795/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Delta County, MI (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Delta County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Delta County
This county is served by 3 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Escanaba Housing Commission
110 S 5th St, Escanaba, MI, 49829 · 9067866229
- Gladstone Housing Commission
217 Dakota Ave, Gladstone, MI, 49837 · 9064282215
- Rapid River Housing Commission
10570 N Main St, Rapid River, MI, 49878 · 9064749370
Income-restricted housing in Delta 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.
WATERVIEW APARTMENTS PHASE I
217 DAKOTA AVE, GLADSTONE, MI, 49837-000052 income-restricted units50 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 20214% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051WILLOW CREEK I & WILLOW CREEK II
2414 8TH AVENUE SOUTH, ESCANABA, MI, 49829-000056 income-restricted units50 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 20219% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051WEST HIGHLAND
2701 1ST AVENUE SOUTH, ESCANABA, MI, 49829-0000121 income-restricted units of 135 total123 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20194% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049- Elderly
LES CHENEAUX APARTMENTS
825 S. 26TH STREET, ESCANABA, MI, 49829-000036 income-restricted units18 1BR, 6 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20174% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047 LAKEVIEW APTS (GLADSTONE)
610 RAILWAY AVE, GLADSTONE, MI, 4983731 income-restricted units of 32 total16 1BR, 15 2BRBuilt 20064% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036MEADOWBROOK SENIOR APTS
3610 EIGHTH AVE S, ESCANABA, MI, 4982932 income-restricted units28 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20059% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035WILLOWGROVE TOWNHOMES
850 S 38TH ST, ESCANABA, MI, 4982948 income-restricted units19 2BR, 29 3BRBuilt 20059% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035THORNTREE APTS
3300 THORNTREE DR, GLADSTONE, MI, 4983736 income-restricted units of 57 total4 1BR, 37 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031
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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