Mecosta 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 | $715/mo | $644 – $787/mo |
| 1 BR | $796/mo | $716 – $876/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,010/mo | $909 – $1,111/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,288/mo | $1,159 – $1,417/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,432/mo | $1,289 – $1,575/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Mecosta County, MI (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Mecosta County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Mecosta County
- Big Rapids Housing Commission
9 Parkview Vlg, Big Rapids, MI, 49307 · 2317968689
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Mecosta 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 Mecosta 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.
REMUS APARTMENTS
8890 35TH AVENUE, WHEATLAND TOWNSHIP, MI, 49340-000047 income-restricted units of 48 total40 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 20234% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053- Elderly
MEADOW PARK
1835 MILTON, BIG RAPIDS, MI, 49307-000024 income-restricted units12 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 20174% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047 COUNTRY PLACE FAMILY & SENIOR CITIZEN
815 COUNTRY WAY, BIG RAPIDS, MI, 4930767 income-restricted units of 68 total36 1BR, 32 2BRBuilt 2011Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2041RYAN CREEK II APTS
18914 16 MILE RD, BIG RAPIDS, MI, 4930747 income-restricted units of 48 total8 1BR, 24 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035WHITE PINE MANOR
300 N PERRY ST, BARRYTON, MI, 4930524 income-restricted units16 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 20059% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035REMUS APTS
8890 35TH AVE, REMUS, MI, 4934047 income-restricted units of 48 total40 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 20034% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033NISBETT-FAIRMAN RESIDENCES
101 S MICHIGAN AVE, BIG RAPIDS, MI, 4930738 income-restricted units of 47 total43 1BR, 4 2BRBuilt 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032VILLAGE GREEN
1304 CATHERINE ST, BIG RAPIDS, MI, 4930746 income-restricted units of 48 total25 1BR, 23 2BRBuilt 20014% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031ROSEVILLE APTS
11058 80TH AVE, MECOSTA, MI, 4933216 income-restricted units8 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026
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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