Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Eastpointe, MI 48021
3 affordable buildings in 48021 · 71 more within 5 mi
Eastpointe, MI 48021 has 3 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit, 1 public housing, and 1 Section 8. 71 more are listed within 5 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 48021
Chester Berry Manor
15701 E 9 Mile Rd, Eastpointe, MI 48021
164 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Eastpointe Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 16 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
No buildings in 48021 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 71 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
25135 Pearl St
25135 Pearl St, Roseville, MI 48066
1.1 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
25143 Pearl St
25143 Pearl St, Roseville, MI 48066
1.1 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Roseville Senior Apts
25525 Lawn St, Roseville, MI 48066
1.3 mi away
99 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Roseville Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 16 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
15819 Eastburn St
15819 Eastburn St, Detroit, MI 48205
1.5 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Left Field
2310 Cochran Street, Detroit, MI 48225
1.7 mi away
60 units · 48 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
16269 Novara St
16269 Novara St, Detroit, MI 48205
1.9 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
15626 Liberal St
15626 Liberal St, Detroit, MI 48205
1.9 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
14969 Manning St
14969 Manning St, Detroit, MI 48205
2 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
14955 Liberal St
14955 Liberal St, Detroit, MI 48205
2.1 mi away
1 unit · 4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
15034 Novara St
15034 Novara St, Detroit, MI 48205
2.1 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
14933 Novara St
14933 Novara St, Detroit, MI 48205
2.1 mi away
1 unit · 4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
14921 Novara St
14921 Novara St, Detroit, MI 48205
2.2 mi away
1 unit · 4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
15220 Lappin St
15220 Lappin St, Detroit, MI 48205
2.2 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
14493 Novara St
14493 Novara St, Detroit, MI 48205
2.3 mi away
1 unit · 4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
14937 Maddelein St
14937 Maddelein St, Detroit, MI 48205
2.3 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
20520 Alcoy St
20520 Alcoy St, Detroit, MI 48205
2.5 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
15300 Faircrest St
15300 Faircrest St, Detroit, MI 48205
2.5 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
20028 Pelkey St
20028 Pelkey St, Detroit, MI 48205
2.5 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
12626 Payton St
12626 Payton St, Detroit, MI 48224
2.6 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
20535 Joann St
20535 Joann St, Detroit, MI 48205
2.6 mi away
1 unit · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 48021
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,630/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $65,200/yr
- Renters in 48021 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 56%
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 | 48021 | 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 $1,050 (48026) to $2,020 (48236).
Census figures for 48021 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,325. Median household income $62,325. 30% of homes are rented. 56% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 32% 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 48021's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 48021Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Eastpointe, MI 48021?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Eastpointe, MI 48021, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Eastpointe, MI 48021 have openings?
These lists for Eastpointe, MI 48021 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Eastpointe, MI 48021?
Use the phone number on each building card in Eastpointe, MI 48021. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Eastpointe, MI 48021?
In Eastpointe, MI 48021, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 48021?
This directory lists 3 income-restricted buildings in Eastpointe, MI 48021. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 48021?
Yes — this page also lists 71 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Eastpointe, MI 48021 (within about 5 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Eastpointe, MI 48021?
Most income-restricted buildings in Eastpointe, MI 48021 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 Eastpointe, MI 48021?
For many programs in Eastpointe, MI 48021, 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 long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Eastpointe, MI 48021?
There is no single waiting list for Eastpointe, MI 48021. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Eastpointe, MI 48021?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Eastpointe, MI 48021. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Eastpointe, MI 48021?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Eastpointe, MI 48021, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Eastpointe, MI 48021 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Eastpointe, MI 48021?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Eastpointe, MI 48021. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Eastpointe, MI 48021?
This page may still list buildings in Eastpointe, MI 48021 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
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.
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