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Bay City Housing Commission

Name: Bay City Housing Commission
Address: 315 14th St, Bay City, MI, 48708, US
Telephone: 9898929581

315 14th St, Bay City, MI, 48708

Information verified August 19, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 2 hr ago

About This Property

Bay City Housing Commission operates 192 public housing units in Bay City, Michigan. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed. The housing authority provides rental assistance and housing options to eligible residents in Bay County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Multiple

Family homes have a waiting list that is prioritized by date of application, employment status, residency, displaced by federally declared disaster, etc. The BCHC is continuing its plan to complete the repositioning of its public housing portfolio consisting of 193 units of scattered site housing.

Last verified August 6, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Multiple

Rent is based on adjusted gross income. No asset limitations. Prior rental and criminal history are checked. Security deposit equal to one month's rent. One year lease term. New applications require 30-90 days for processing.

Last verified February 28, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated August 19, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

192

Fair Market Rent - Bay County, MI

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$731
1 Bedroom	$736
2 Bedroom	$937
3 Bedroom	$1,246
4 Bedroom	$1,367

Income Limits - Bay County, MI

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $13,550
Very Low (50%): $22,600
Low (80%): $36,150

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $25,800
Low (80%): $41,300

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $29,050
Low (80%): $46,450

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $32,250
Low (80%): $51,600

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $34,850
Low (80%): $55,750

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $37,450
Low (80%): $59,900

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,000
Very Low (50%): $40,000
Low (80%): $64,000

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $42,600
Very Low (50%): $42,600
Low (80%): $68,150

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$13,550	$22,600	$36,150
2 Persons	$17,420	$25,800	$41,300
3 Persons	$21,960	$29,050	$46,450
4 Persons	$26,500	$32,250	$51,600
5 Persons	$31,040	$34,850	$55,750
6 Persons	$35,580	$37,450	$59,900
7 Persons	$40,000	$40,000	$64,000
8 Persons	$42,600	$42,600	$68,150

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Bay City, MI?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Bay County, MI is: $731 (Studio), $736 (1BR), $937 (2BR), $1246 (3BR), $1367 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Bay City Housing Commission is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Bay City Housing Commission have?+

Bay City Housing Commission has a total of 192 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Bay County, MI?+

For a 4-person household in Bay County, MI, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $32,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $51,600. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Bay City Housing Commission?+

Bay City Housing Commission is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9898929581, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

Is there a waitlist for Bay City Housing Commission?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

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