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Section 8 rent in Tuscola County, MI

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Tuscola County, MI, covering 22 ZIP codes.

$1,042Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,147Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
22ZIP 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$640$724$830$797
1 Bedroom$710$828$940$911
2 Bedrooms$930$1,042$1,170$1,147
3 Bedrooms$1,190$1,349$1,490$1,484
4 Bedrooms$1,240$1,475$1,650$1,622

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$2,084$25,008
Triplex3 × 2BR$3,126$37,512
Fourplex4 × 2BR$4,168$50,016
Fourplex4 × 3BR$5,396$64,752

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 22 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
48435 $930 $1,170 $1,490 $1,650
48453 $920 $1,170 $1,440 $1,550
48464 $920 $1,170 $1,440 $1,550
48727 $920 $1,170 $1,440 $1,550
48744 $920 $1,170 $1,440 $1,610
48760 $920 $1,170 $1,440 $1,550
48759 $940 $1,160 $1,430 $1,540
48415 $870 $1,140 $1,480 $1,510
48735 $900 $1,110 $1,450 $1,600
48767 $870 $1,070 $1,450 $1,610
48733 $790 $980 $1,320 $1,480
48741 $790 $980 $1,320 $1,480
48746 $790 $980 $1,310 $1,470
48701 $780 $970 $1,310 $1,460
48420 $770 $960 $1,190 $1,320

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Tuscola County, MI?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Tuscola County, MI is $1,042 per month, ranging from $930 to $1,170 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 $1,147.
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 Tuscola County, MI, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $930 to $1,170 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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