
About This Property
Countryside Apts comprises 48 units in Alma, Michigan, with 47 units designated for low-income households. The property, which has been in service since 2000, includes eight 1-bedroom units, twenty-four 2-bedroom units, and sixteen 3-bedroom units. The development utilizes 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Alma Housing Commission
Preferences are given to applicants who live or work in Alma, veterans, working families, involuntarily displaced individuals, those in substandard housing, or experiencing rent burden.
Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority, with preferences for living or working in the county, or being a head of household, co-head, or spouse with a disability.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated August 22, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Gratiot 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 | $613 |
| 1 Bedroom | $743 |
| 2 Bedroom | $905 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,171 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,528 |
Income Limits - Gratiot County, MI
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $13,550
- Very Low (50%)
- $22,600
- Low (80%)
- $36,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $25,800
- Low (80%)
- $41,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,050
- Low (80%)
- $46,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,250
- Low (80%)
- $51,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,850
- Low (80%)
- $55,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,450
- Low (80%)
- $59,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,000
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,000
- Low (80%)
- $64,000
- 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 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Alma, MI?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Gratiot County, MI is: $613 (Studio), $743 (1BR), $905 (2BR), $1171 (3BR), $1528 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Countryside Apts is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Countryside Apts?+
Countryside Apts offers the following unit types: 8 One-Bedroom, 24 Two-Bedroom, 16 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 48 units.
Who manages Countryside Apts?+
Countryside Apts is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
Is there a waitlist for Countryside Apts?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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.
What is the price range for apartments in Alma, MI?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Gratiot County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $743, 2-bedroom: $905, 3-bedroom: $1171. Actual rent at Countryside Apts may be lower for income-eligible households.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Gratiot County, MI?+
For a 4-person household in Gratiot 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 Countryside Apts?+
Countryside Apts is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
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