McNamara Towers 2 — Income-Restricted Housing in Livonia, MI 48152
19300 Purlingbrook St, Livonia, MI 48152
150 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Livonia Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (248) 477-7086Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Livonia Housing Commission. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (248) 477-7086.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 133 1 bedroom · 2 2 bedrooms · 15 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $449/mo
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Rents and income limits in 48152
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,660/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $66,400/yr
- Renters in 48152 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 41%
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 | 48152 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,190 | $1,047 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,330 | $1,167 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,660 | $1,459 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,020 | $1,777 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,190 | $1,929 |
Wider area = Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,430 (48336) to $2,190 (48375).
Census figures for 48152 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,340. Median household income $88,288. 19% of homes are rented. 41% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 21% 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 48152's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 48152Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to McNamara Towers 2?
Apply through Livonia Housing Commission, which runs McNamara Towers 2. Call (248) 477-7086. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is McNamara Towers 2 Section 8 housing?
McNamara Towers 2 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 McNamara Towers 2?
Public records list 150 units at McNamara Towers 2 in Livonia, MI 48152. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near McNamara Towers 2?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 48152 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 McNamara Towers 2?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at McNamara Towers 2 in Livonia, MI 48152. 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 Livonia, MI 48152?
Most income-restricted buildings in Livonia, MI 48152 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 Livonia, MI 48152?
For many programs in Livonia, MI 48152, 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 Livonia, MI 48152?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Livonia, MI 48152, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Livonia, MI 48152 is $1,660 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 McNamara Towers 2 take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that McNamara Towers 2 has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Livonia, MI 48152 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call McNamara Towers 2.
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. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.