Monroe 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 | $914/mo | $823 – $1,005/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,011/mo | $910 – $1,112/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,326/mo | $1,193 – $1,459/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,605/mo | $1,445 – $1,766/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,147/mo | $1,932 – $2,362/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Monroe County, MI (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Monroe County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Monroe County
This county is served by 4 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Bedford Township Housing Commission
8745 Lewis Ave, Temperance, MI, 48182 · 7348473950
- Dundee Housing Commission
501 Rawson St, Dundee, MI, 48131 · 7345292828
- Luna Pier Housing Commission
10885 Ellen St, Luna Pier, MI, 48157 · 7348482355
- Monroe Housing Commission
20 N Roessler St, Monroe, MI, 48162 · 7342425880
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Monroe 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 | $33,350 |
| 2 people | $38,100 |
| 3 people | $42,850 |
| 4 people | $47,600 |
| 5 people | $51,450 |
| 6 people | $55,250 |
| 7 people | $59,050 |
| 8 people | $62,850 |
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 Monroe 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.
NORMAN TOWERS
810 WEST ELM STREET, MONROE, MI, 48162-0000105 income-restricted units of 109 total10 studio, 85 1BR, 14 2BRBuilt 20184% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048- Elderly
VILLAGE PINES OF MONROE
1600 PARK COURT, MONROE, MI, 48162-0000189 income-restricted units of 190 total24 1BR, 134 2BR, 32 3BRBuilt 20164% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046 MCCALLA GREENE
409 CANFIELD ST, MILAN, MI, 4816032 income-restricted units12 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 20114% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041CHARRING SQUARE
6123 GREENWYCKE LN, MONROE, MI, 48161199 income-restricted units of 200 total56 1BR, 86 2BR, 58 3BRBuilt 20089% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038CREEKSIDE VILLAGE
1236 S MONROE ST, MONROE, MI, 4816158 income-restricted units of 77 total32 1BR, 45 2BRBuilt 20059% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035THE LANDINGS AT CEDAR CREEK
2135 DAYLILY DR, MONROE, MI, 48162150 income-restricted units72 2BR, 78 3BRBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032LUTHER HAUS
800 SMITH RD, TEMPERANCE, MI, 4818290 income-restricted units of 91 total79 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 19964% 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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