Autumn House — Income-Restricted Housing in Ferndale, MI 48220
415 Withington St, Ferndale, MI 48220
166 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Ferndale Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 73 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (248) 547-9500Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Ferndale Housing Commission. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (248) 547-9500.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 122 1 bedroom · 21 2 bedrooms · 23 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $419/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
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- Apply through Royal Oak Township Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 87 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
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State Fair Apts
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1.9 mi away
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- Apply through Detroit Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 16 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
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Rents and income limits in 48220
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,630/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $65,200/yr
- Renters in 48220 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 40%
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 | 48220 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,170 | $1,047 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,300 | $1,167 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,630 | $1,459 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,980 | $1,777 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,150 | $1,929 |
Wider area = Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,110 (48203) to $2,190 (48070).
Census figures for 48220 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,272. Median household income $89,881. 36% of homes are rented. 40% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 17% 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 48220's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 48220Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Autumn House?
Apply through Ferndale Housing Commission, which runs Autumn House. Call (248) 547-9500. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Autumn House Section 8 housing?
Autumn House 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 Autumn House?
Public records list 166 units at Autumn House in Ferndale, MI 48220. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Autumn House?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 48220 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 Autumn House?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Autumn House in Ferndale, MI 48220. 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 Ferndale, MI 48220?
Most income-restricted buildings in Ferndale, MI 48220 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 Ferndale, MI 48220?
For many programs in Ferndale, MI 48220, 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 Ferndale, MI 48220?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Ferndale, MI 48220, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Ferndale, MI 48220 is $1,630 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 Autumn House take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Autumn House has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Ferndale, MI 48220 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Autumn House.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 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.