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Section 8 rent in Flint, MI

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Flint, MI MSA, covering 42 ZIP codes.

$1,075Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,182Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
42ZIP Codes

Fair market rent by bedroom count

Base SAFMR across all ZIP codes in this market. Housing authorities may set payment standards between 90% and 110% of these rates.

BedroomsLowest ZIPAverageHighest ZIPAvg 110% Standard
Studio$670$755$1,050$831
1 Bedroom$770$865$1,180$952
2 Bedrooms$960$1,075$1,440$1,182
3 Bedrooms$1,190$1,345$1,890$1,480
4 Bedrooms$1,310$1,501$2,100$1,651

Small multifamily Section 8 income

Estimated gross monthly and annual rent for 2-to-4 unit properties, assuming every unit is rented to Section 8 at this market's average fair market rent. Small multifamily is a favorite for long-term buy-and-hold investors stacking stable voucher income across multiple doors.

Property TypeUnit MixGross Monthly RentGross Annual Rent
Duplex2 × 2BR$2,150$25,800
Triplex3 × 2BR$3,225$38,700
Fourplex4 × 2BR$4,300$51,600
Fourplex4 × 3BR$5,380$64,560

Gross scheduled rent before vacancy, maintenance and management. Run any Michigan multifamily listing through RealG to model it against real operating costs, or try the rental property calculator.

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 15 of 42 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
48418 $1,140 $1,440 $1,890 $2,100
48438 $1,150 $1,420 $1,750 $1,990
48430 $1,180 $1,410 $1,840 $2,090
48442 $1,070 $1,350 $1,680 $1,870
48451 $1,040 $1,230 $1,680 $1,870
48462 $930 $1,180 $1,440 $1,560
48411 $940 $1,170 $1,440 $1,640
48421 $920 $1,170 $1,440 $1,550
48423 $920 $1,170 $1,440 $1,550
48439 $920 $1,170 $1,440 $1,550
48463 $920 $1,170 $1,440 $1,550
48464 $920 $1,170 $1,440 $1,550
48415 $870 $1,140 $1,480 $1,510
48473 $930 $1,140 $1,410 $1,620
48417 $860 $1,130 $1,460 $1,500

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Flint, MI?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Flint, MI MSA is $1,075 per month, ranging from $960 to $1,440 depending on ZIP code. Local housing authorities may set payment standards between 90% and 110% of these rates, so the average 2-bedroom payment standard can reach $1,182.
What is a Small Area Fair Market Rent (SAFMR)?
SAFMRs are fair market rents that HUD publishes at the ZIP code level instead of one rate for a whole metro area. They reflect what modest rental housing actually costs in each ZIP, which means higher payment standards in more expensive neighborhoods. Housing choice voucher payments in this market are based on these rates.
Why do rents vary so much between ZIP codes here?
In Flint, MI, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $960 to $1,440 per month. HUD sets each ZIP's rate from local rent data, so neighborhoods with stronger rental markets get higher voucher payment standards. For investors, the spread matters: the same house price can produce very different Section 8 rents a few ZIP codes apart.
How do I find Section 8 investment properties in Michigan?
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