Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Westland, MI 48186
9 affordable buildings in 48186 · 43 more within 6 mi
Westland, MI 48186 has 9 income-restricted buildings: 7 tax credit, 2 Section 8, and 3 senior. 43 more are listed within 6 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 48186
Village of Our Saviors Manor
29495 Anapolis Road, Westland, MI 48186
50 units · 49 income-restricted · 1 BR
Liberty Hill Homes II
35266 Norene Street, Westland, MI 48186
9 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
2017 Elbridge Ct
2017 Elbridge Ct, Westland, MI 48186
4 units · 3 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
33035-41 Alamo
33035 Alamo Ct, Westland, MI 48186
4 units · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
2336-38 Deerfield
2336 Deerfield Ct, Westland, MI 48186
2 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
32605-07 Montmorency
32605 Montmorency St, Westland, MI 48186
2 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 48186 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 43 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Scattered Sites
34511 Glenwood Rd, Wayne, MI 48184
0.6 mi away
76 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Wayne Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 71 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Courtyard Apts
3444 Winifred St, Wayne, MI 48184
1 mi away
30 units · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Newberry Square Apts
35240 W Michigan Ave, Wayne, MI 48184
1.1 mi away
64 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Tae-Keuk Village
3712 Williams, Wayne, MI 48184
1.4 mi away
80 units · 79 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Liberty Hills Homes I
4070 Merriman, Wayne, MI 48184
1.5 mi away
12 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Liberty Hill Homes III
32140 Hennepin, Garden City, MI 48135
1.9 mi away
12 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Hickory Hollow Cooperative I & II
5720 W Hickory Hollow, Wayne, MI 48184
1.9 mi away
267 units · 95 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Romulus Public Housing
5907 Chamberlain St, Romulus, MI 48174
2 mi away
101 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Romulus Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 22 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
1289 Middlebelt Rd
1289 Middlebelt Rd, Inkster, MI 48141
2.2 mi away
1 unit
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Lemoyne Gardens
29910 Pine St, Inkster, MI 48141
2.2 mi away
136 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Inkster Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 49 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
St Clements House
4009 Northland St, Inkster, MI 48141
2.4 mi away
40 units · 39 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 48186
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,370/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $54,800/yr
- Renters in 48186 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 49%
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 | 48186 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $980 | $1,047 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,100 | $1,167 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,370 | $1,459 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,670 | $1,777 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,810 | $1,929 |
Wider area = Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,190 (48184) to $2,050 (48128).
Census figures for 48186 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,130. Median household income $65,187. 31% of homes are rented. 49% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 25% 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 48186's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 48186Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Westland, MI 48186?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Westland, MI 48186, 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 Westland, MI 48186 have openings?
These lists for Westland, MI 48186 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 Westland, MI 48186?
Use the phone number on each building card in Westland, MI 48186. 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 Westland, MI 48186?
In Westland, MI 48186, 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 48186?
This directory lists 9 income-restricted buildings in Westland, MI 48186. 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 48186?
Yes — this page also lists 43 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Westland, MI 48186 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Westland, MI 48186?
Most income-restricted buildings in Westland, MI 48186 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 Westland, MI 48186?
For many programs in Westland, MI 48186, 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 Westland, MI 48186?
There is no single waiting list for Westland, MI 48186. 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 Westland, MI 48186?
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 Westland, MI 48186. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Westland, MI 48186?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Westland, MI 48186, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Westland, MI 48186 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 Westland, MI 48186?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Westland, MI 48186. 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 Westland, MI 48186?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Westland, MI 48186. 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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