About This Property
Saginaw Housing Commission operates 1,890 units of public housing in Saginaw, Michigan. The housing authority currently maintains closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 assistance programs. Interested applicants should contact the authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
Applicants will be placed on the waiting list according to date and time of their completed application received by the PHA. The PHA will assign families on the waiting list according to the bedroom size for which a family qualifies.
The final waitlist will be determined using a random lottery of 500 applications. Applicants will be notified of their status of the lottery results.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Saginaw 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 | $681 |
| 1 Bedroom | $764 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,004 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,337 |
Income Limits - Saginaw 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Saginaw, MI?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Saginaw County, MI is: $681 (Studio), $764 (1BR), $1004 (2BR), $1295 (3BR), $1337 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Saginaw Housing Commission is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Saginaw Housing Commission have?+
Saginaw Housing Commission has a total of 1890 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for Saginaw Housing Commission?+
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 are the income limits for affordable housing in Saginaw County, MI?+
For a 4-person household in Saginaw 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 Saginaw Housing Commission?+
Saginaw Housing Commission is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 9897558183, 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.
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