Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Flat Rock, MI 48134
4 affordable buildings in 48134 · 23 more within 8 mi
Flat Rock, MI 48134 has 4 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit, 3 Section 8, and 1 senior. 23 more are listed within 8 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 48134
No buildings in 48134 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 23 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Concord Townhouse Cooperative 1-8
22025 Irene, Brownstown Twp, MI 48183
3.2 mi away
391 units · 224 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
American House Brownstown
21400 Dix Toledo Hwy, Brownstown Township, MI 48183
3.6 mi away
150 units · 1–2 BR
Irving Brewer-Swallow
22065 Huron River Dr Apt 111, Rockwood, MI 48173
3.7 mi away
50 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Rockwood Housing Commission
Preston Pointe @ Brownstown
27825 Burnham Blvd, Brownstown Township, MI 48183
3.7 mi away
144 units · 129 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
South Glen Apartments
19400 South Glen Blvd., Brownstown Twp, MI 48183
3.8 mi away
159 units · 18 income-restricted · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Southwicke Square Cooperative (1-3)
1943-C Marian, Trenton, MI 48183
5.5 mi away
180 units · 136 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Carleton Co-Op Apartments
188 Center St, Carleton, MI 48117
5.6 mi away
47 units · 46 income-restricted · 1 BR
The Courtyards at the Villages of Taylor
15505 Court Village Lane, Taylor, MI 48180
6 mi away
437 units · 249 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
The Ponds at the Villages of Taylor
15111 Pond Village Dr, Taylor, MI 48180
6.2 mi away
511 units · 502 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
American House Taylor
25250 Eureka Rd, Taylor, MI 48180
6.3 mi away
138 units · 41 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
American House Riverview
20320 Ft St, Riverview, MI 48193
6.6 mi away
149 units · 61 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Trenton Towers Cooperative Apartments
2645 Riverside Dr, Trenton, MI 48183
6.6 mi away
205 units · 44 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
American House Southgate
16333 Allen Rd, Southgate, MI 48195
6.7 mi away
82 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Heritage Park Senior Village
22430 Superior Parkway, Taylor, MI 48180
7.2 mi away
77 units · 76 income-restricted · 1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 48134
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,370/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $54,800/yr
- Renters in 48134 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 | 48134 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $980 | $1,047 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,090 | $1,167 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,370 | $1,459 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,670 | $1,777 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,820 | $1,929 |
Wider area = Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 11 nearby ZIPs range from $1,270 (48183) to $1,930 (48164).
Census figures for 48134 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,088. Median household income $92,076. 16% of homes are rented. 41% 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 48134's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 48134Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Flat Rock, MI 48134?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Flat Rock, MI 48134, 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 Flat Rock, MI 48134 have openings?
These lists for Flat Rock, MI 48134 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 Flat Rock, MI 48134?
Use the phone number on each building card in Flat Rock, MI 48134. 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 Flat Rock, MI 48134?
In Flat Rock, MI 48134, 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 48134?
This directory lists 4 income-restricted buildings in Flat Rock, MI 48134. 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 48134?
Yes — this page also lists 23 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Flat Rock, MI 48134 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Flat Rock, MI 48134?
Most income-restricted buildings in Flat Rock, MI 48134 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 Flat Rock, MI 48134?
For many programs in Flat Rock, MI 48134, 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 Flat Rock, MI 48134?
There is no single waiting list for Flat Rock, MI 48134. 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 Flat Rock, MI 48134?
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 project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Flat Rock, MI 48134. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Flat Rock, MI 48134?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Flat Rock, MI 48134, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Flat Rock, MI 48134 is $1,370 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 Flat Rock, MI 48134?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Flat Rock, MI 48134. 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 Flat Rock, MI 48134?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Flat Rock, MI 48134. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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