Information About the Housing Program:

*Includes Parkview and Evergreen Village which are income based affordable housing for seniors and families.

* Rent is based on 30% of your adjusted gross income.

* 1 to 6 bedroom apartments.

* Utilities included in rent - gas, electric, water, sewer and garbage disposal.

* Maintenance Included.

* 26 barrier free apartments.

* Appliances included.

* Senior Apartments are carpeted.

* On-Site Police Officer.

* Family Self-Sufficiency Program.

* Resident Council.

* Laundry facilities located in 3 locations.

* Playground equipment in the family section.

* Close to Ferris State University and Public School.

Big Rapids is most fortunate to blend the arts, recreation and culture of larger communities with the family environment of a mid sized town to create an advantageous City in which to live and raise a family. Many of the local amenities come from Ferris State University, a college of over 13,000 students, which is located along the southern edge of town.

Students, professors and educators bring a dimension to the community which encourages acceptance of newcomers and new ideas. The University, known throughout the nation as a training ground for both academic and trade pursuits, drives much of the economic success which thrives here.

The Ferris campus offers big-university opportunities and amenities combined with small-town safety and comfort. The campus is within easy walking distance of downtown Big Rapids with its restaurants, shops, movie theater, art gallery and municipal park. Bicyclists, hikers and in-line skaters have easy access to the White Pine Trail, Michigan''s longest rails to trails project.

Mecosta County Area Chamber of Commerce is a voluntary network dedicated to promoting the quality of life through economic, educational and cultural development of Mecosta County.  Find out more through the Mecosta County Alliance page.

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Come discover Mecosta County and the Greater Big Rapids Area
At the Mecosta County Area Convention & Visitors Bureau we have an abundant supply of brochures and fliers to cover the numerous attractions, activities, facilities and services available in our area.

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Phone:  231.796.7640 or 888.229.4FUN

Fax:     231.796.0832

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