Otsego 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 | $852/mo | $767 – $937/mo |
| 1 BR | $858/mo | $772 – $944/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,100/mo | $990 – $1,210/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,445/mo | $1,301 – $1,590/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,560/mo | $1,404 – $1,716/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Otsego County, MI (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Otsego County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Finding the housing authority
We don't have a housing authority on file for Otsego County yet. Use the Housing Authority Finder with a local ZIP code to locate the agency that administers vouchers here.
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Otsego 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 | $31,750 |
| 2 people | $36,250 |
| 3 people | $40,800 |
| 4 people | $45,300 |
| 5 people | $48,950 |
| 6 people | $52,550 |
| 7 people | $56,200 |
| 8 people | $59,800 |
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 Otsego 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.
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NORTHWIND APARTMENT HOMES
132 NORTH INDIANA AVENUE, GAYLORD, MI, 49735-000048 income-restricted units24 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047 SHELDON PLACE IV
831 W. SHELDON STREET, GAYLORD, MI, 49735-000032 income-restricted units14 1BR, 18 2BRBuilt 20174% LIHTCCompliance through ~2047SHELDON PLACE III
950 W. SHELDON STREET, GAYLORD, MI, 49735-000028 income-restricted units of 32 total15 1BR, 17 2BRBuilt 20154% LIHTCCompliance through ~2045ALPINE HAUS APTS
504 RANDOM LN, GAYLORD, MI, 4973550 income-restricted units50 1BRBuilt 20124% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042ALPINE ALTEN ZIMMMER II
120 GRANDVIEW BLVD, GAYLORD, MI, 4973540 income-restricted units of 48 total46 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 20119% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041GASLIGHT SQUARE APTS
1231 VILLAGE PKWY, GAYLORD, MI, 4973536 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BR, 4 3BRBuilt 20084% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038SHELDON PLACE II APTS
915 W SHELDON ST, GAYLORD, MI, 4973531 income-restricted units of 32 total11 1BR, 21 2BRBuilt 20084% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038GREEN MEADOWS OF GAYLORD
802 NORTHMEADOW DR, GAYLORD, MI, 4973548 income-restricted units8 1BR, 24 2BR, 16 3BRBuilt 20039% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033ASPEN I APTS
300 W N ST, GAYLORD, MI, 4973547 income-restricted units of 48 total24 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032ASPEN II APTS
500 W N ST, GAYLORD, MI, 4973532 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20019% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031PARK MEADOWS
250 BETTY DR, GAYLORD, MI, 4973579 income-restricted units of 80 total30 1BR, 26 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027
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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