Grand Traverse 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 | $1,136/mo | $1,022 – $1,250/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,143/mo | $1,029 – $1,257/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,357/mo | $1,221 – $1,493/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,747/mo | $1,572 – $1,922/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,797/mo | $1,617 – $1,977/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Grand Traverse County, MI (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Grand Traverse County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Grand Traverse County
- Traverse City Housing Commission
150 Pine St, Traverse City, MI, 49684 · 2319224915
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Grand Traverse 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 | $39,900 |
| 2 people | $45,600 |
| 3 people | $51,300 |
| 4 people | $56,950 |
| 5 people | $61,550 |
| 6 people | $66,100 |
| 7 people | $70,650 |
| 8 people | $75,200 |
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 Grand Traverse 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.
- 53 income-restricted units29 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20244% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054
- 58 income-restricted units11 1BR, 40 2BR, 7 3BRBuilt 20234% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053
VILLAGE AT LAFRANIER WOODS
1463 ORCHARD HILL PARKWAY, TRAVERSE CITY, MI, 49686-000059 income-restricted units of 115 total48 1BR, 67 2BRBuilt 20239% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053- 70 income-restricted units60 1BR, 8 2BR, 2 3BRBuilt 20199% LIHTCCompliance through ~2049
BROOKSIDE COMMONS
NORTH LONG LAKE ROAD, TRAVERSE CITY, MI, 49685-000072 income-restricted units16 1BR, 36 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045WODA BOARDMAN LAKE
2790 BOARDMAN LAKE DRIVE, TRAVERSE CITY, MI, 49684-0000112 income-restricted units46 1BR, 50 2BR, 12 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20154% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045- 90 income-restricted units of 150 total28 1BR, 100 2BR, 22 3BRBuilt 20159% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045
TC COMMONS II
1015 RED DR, TRAVERSE CITY, MI, 4968429 income-restricted units15 1BR, 11 2BR, 3 3BRBuilt 20124% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042- Elderly39 income-restricted units3 studio, 21 1BR, 15 2BRBuilt 20114% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041
KEYSTONE VILLAGE APTS
2943 KEYSTONE RD N, TRAVERSE CITY, MI, 4968624 income-restricted units6 1BR, 18 2BRBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040VILLAGE VIEW
2805 BEECH TREE LN, TRAVERSE CITY, MI, 4968618 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040FIFE LAKE & KINGSLEY ARMS APTS
10800 VANS LN, FIFE LAKE, MI, 4963334 income-restricted units19 1BR, 15 2BRBuilt 20084% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038OAK PARK APTS
1675 MAYLANE, TRAVERSE CITY, MI, 4968694 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2007Compliance through ~2037OAK TERRACE APTS
1240 OAK TER DR, TRAVERSE CITY, MI, 4968648 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2007Compliance through ~2037WOODMERE RIDGE APTS
927 WOODMERE AVE, TRAVERSE CITY, MI, 4968611 income-restricted units5 1BR, 4 2BR, 2 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036VILLAGE GLEN APTS (TRAVERSE CITY)
2937 GLEN DR, TRAVERSE CITY, MI, 49686119 income-restricted units of 120 total82 2BR, 38 3BRBuilt 20069% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036BAY FRONT APTS
872 E FRONT ST, TRAVERSE CITY, MI, 496867 income-restricted units7 1BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035BAY HILL II
600 BAY HILL DR, TRAVERSE CITY, MI, 4968436 income-restricted units of 72 total16 1BR, 40 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030THE VILLAGE AT BAY RIDGE
3848 SILVER LAKE RD, TRAVERSE CITY, MI, 4968451 income-restricted units of 120 total75 1BR, 45 2BRBuilt 20009% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030- 45 income-restricted units of 150 total28 1BR, 100 2BR, 22 3BRBuilt 19989% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028
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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