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Lansing Housing Commission

Name: Lansing Housing Commission
Address: 419 Cherry St, Lansing, MI, 48933, US
Telephone: 5174876550

419 Cherry St, Lansing, MI, 48933

Information verified June 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 1 hr ago

About This Property

Lansing Housing Commission operates 2,340 units of public housing in Lansing, Michigan. The authority currently maintains a closed waitlist for public housing while accepting applications for its Section 8 voucher program. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority directly to learn about eligibility requirements and available programs.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Applicants must apply on LHC’s website when the wait list is open. The Lansing Housing Commission does not accept applications at its main Administrative Office. LHC will conduct a criminal, credit and landlord background screening.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The website mentions "Check Waitlist Status and Update Address Click Here » October 19, 2021" which suggests past activity, but no current open status is indicated. There is a specific contact for "LHC Incoming Portability/Wait List".

Last verified April 28, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 18, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

2340

Fair Market Rent - Ingham 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	$847
1 Bedroom	$887
2 Bedroom	$1,092
3 Bedroom	$1,423
4 Bedroom	$1,454

Income Limits - Ingham County, MI

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $16,650
Very Low (50%): $27,700
Low (80%): $44,350

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $19,000
Very Low (50%): $31,650
Low (80%): $50,650

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $35,600
Low (80%): $57,000

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $39,550
Low (80%): $63,300

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $42,750
Low (80%): $68,400

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $45,900
Low (80%): $73,450

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $49,050
Low (80%): $78,500

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $52,250
Low (80%): $83,600

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$16,650	$27,700	$44,350
2 Persons	$19,000	$31,650	$50,650
3 Persons	$21,960	$35,600	$57,000
4 Persons	$26,500	$39,550	$63,300
5 Persons	$31,040	$42,750	$68,400
6 Persons	$35,580	$45,900	$73,450
7 Persons	$40,120	$49,050	$78,500
8 Persons	$44,660	$52,250	$83,600

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Ingham County, MI is: $847 (Studio), $887 (1BR), $1092 (2BR), $1423 (3BR), $1454 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Lansing Housing Commission is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Lansing Housing Commission have?+

Lansing Housing Commission has a total of 2340 housing units.

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

For a 4-person household in Ingham County, MI, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $39,550, Low Income (80% AMI): $63,300. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Lansing Housing Commission?+

Lansing Housing Commission is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5174876550, 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 Lansing 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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