Gardenview Estates — Income-Restricted Housing in Detroit, MI 48228
8237 Asbury Park, Detroit, MI 48228
96 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Detroit Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 18 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (313) 877-8000Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Detroit Housing Commission. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (313) 877-8000.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 2010
- Income limit
- 50% AMI
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 25 2 bedrooms · 71 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $457/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Gardenview Estates IIA
8411 Asbury Park, Detroit, MI 48228
0 mi away
45 units · 36 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Detroit Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 17 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Gardenview Estates II B
8414 Grandmont Ave, Detroit, MI 48228
0.2 mi away
45 units · 37 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Detroit Housing Commission
Gardenview Estates Rental Phase V
16811 Belton St, Detroit, MI 48228
0.2 mi away
97 units · 30 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Detroit Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 33 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Gardenview Phase IV
8442 Memorial Ave, Detroit, MI 48228
0.3 mi away
47 units · 38 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Detroit Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 127 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Gardenview Estates II C
16443 Van Buren St, Detroit, MI 48228
0.4 mi away
48 units · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through Detroit Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Gardenview Estates III A
8626 Grandmont Ave, Detroit, MI 48228
0.4 mi away
47 units · 36 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Detroit Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 26 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Gardenview Estates III B
16612 Van Buren Ave, Detroit, MI 48228
0.4 mi away
46 units · 36 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through Detroit Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 27 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Gardenview Estates Phase III a
16520 Van Buren Ave, Detroit, MI 48228
0.4 mi away
39 units · 38 income-restricted
Rents and income limits in 48228
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,270/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $50,800/yr
- Renters in 48228 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 68%
Income limits (2026)
Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI area · median family income $104,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,050 | $36,700 | $58,700 |
| 2 | $25,200 | $41,950 | $67,100 |
| 3 | $28,350 | $47,200 | $75,500 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $52,400 | $83,850 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $56,600 | $90,600 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $60,800 | $97,300 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $65,000 | $104,000 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $69,200 | $110,700 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 48228 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $910 | $1,047 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,020 | $1,167 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,270 | $1,459 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,550 | $1,777 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,680 | $1,929 |
Wider area = Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,200 (48210) to $2,050 (48128).
Census figures for 48228 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,109. Median household income $30,680. 51% of homes are rented. 68% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 47% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 48228's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 48228Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Gardenview Estates?
Apply through Detroit Housing Commission, which runs Gardenview Estates. Call (313) 877-8000. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Gardenview Estates Section 8 housing?
Gardenview Estates is public housing, not a project-based Section 8 contract. Apply with the housing authority. A Housing Choice Voucher is a separate program.
How many units are at Gardenview Estates?
Public records list 96 units at Gardenview Estates in Detroit, MI 48228. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Gardenview Estates?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 48228 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Gardenview Estates?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Gardenview Estates in Detroit, MI 48228. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Detroit, MI 48228?
Most income-restricted buildings in Detroit, MI 48228 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $36,700, and $52,400 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($58,700 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Detroit, MI 48228?
For many programs in Detroit, MI 48228, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,700 a year for 1 person and $52,400 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $58,700 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Detroit, MI 48228?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Detroit, MI 48228, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Detroit, MI 48228 is $1,270 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Gardenview Estates take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Gardenview Estates has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Detroit, MI 48228 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Gardenview Estates.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.