The county’s social housing will be seeing a slight increase in rent in January.
In a report submitted to Huron County Council this week, the rental amounts currently charged by the Huron County Housing Corporation will be going up in order to reflect market rental values.
Bachelor apartments will increase from $664 to $800. One bedroom apartments, which are currently rented between $601-828 will go up to $1,000. Two bedroom apartments will increase to $1,200 from the current range of $738-843. Three bedroom apartments will change from between $816-920 to $1,400 per month, and any four bedroom apartments will increase from $952 to $1,800 per month.
The report says that while the rents are increasing, the change is aimed at striking a balance between housing assistance and ensuring that those who need homes can contribute to the rental market without relying on subsidized units that are intended for vulnerable populations.
The new rent prices will apply to all new and existing tenants of the Huron County Housing Corporation, and will go into effect on January 1st, 2025.