Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Detroit, MI 48211
4 affordable buildings in 48211 · 228 more within 4 mi
Detroit, MI 48211 has 4 income-restricted buildings: 4 tax credit and 1 senior. 228 more are listed within 4 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 48211
No buildings in 48211 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 228 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Hamtramck Senior Plaza
2620 Holbrook St Apt 211, Hamtramck, MI 48212
1 mi away
150 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Hamtramck Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 20 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Most residents are 62 or older
Palmer Court Townhouses
5721 St Antoine St, Detroit, MI 48202
1.4 mi away
173 units · 70 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Genesis Villas at Medbury Park
459 Harper Ave, Detroit, MI 48202
1.4 mi away
89 units · 70 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Milwaukee Junction Apartments
258 East Milwaukee, Detroit, MI 48202
1.4 mi away
25 units · 20 income-restricted · 1 BR
Phoenix
3521 Caniff St, Hamtramck, MI 48212
1.5 mi away
43 units · Studio–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Piquette Square
285 Piquette St, Detroit, MI 48202
1.5 mi away
150 units · 1 BR · People experiencing homelessness
St. Antoine Gardens
5203 Chrysler Drive, Detroit, MI 48202
1.5 mi away
146 units · 136 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Marwood Apts
53 Marston St, Detroit, MI 48202
1.6 mi away
53 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
St Aubin Square
4200 St Aubin St, Detroit, MI 48207
1.6 mi away
49 units · 48 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Cultural Center
401 Lanier St, Detroit, MI 48202
1.6 mi away
127 units · 39 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Diggs Homes
1331 E Canfield St, Detroit, MI 48207
1.7 mi away
199 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Detroit Housing Commission
- Residents waited about 42 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Robert Holmes Teamster Housing
5100 Brush St, Detroit, MI 48202
1.7 mi away
100 units · 99 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 48211
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,220/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $48,800/yr
- Renters in 48211 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 62%
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 | 48211 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $880 | $1,047 |
| 1 bedroom | $980 | $1,167 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,220 | $1,459 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,490 | $1,777 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,610 | $1,929 |
Wider area = Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,110 (48203) to $2,170 (48226).
Census figures for 48211 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,044. Median household income $35,725. 49% of homes are rented. 62% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 40% 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 48211's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 48211Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Detroit, MI 48211?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Detroit, MI 48211, 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 Detroit, MI 48211 have openings?
These lists for Detroit, MI 48211 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 Detroit, MI 48211?
Use the phone number on each building card in Detroit, MI 48211. 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 Detroit, MI 48211?
In Detroit, MI 48211, 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 48211?
This directory lists 4 income-restricted buildings in Detroit, MI 48211. 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 48211?
Yes — this page also lists 228 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Detroit, MI 48211 (within about 4 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Detroit, MI 48211?
Most income-restricted buildings in Detroit, MI 48211 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 Detroit, MI 48211?
For many programs in Detroit, MI 48211, 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 Detroit, MI 48211?
There is no single waiting list for Detroit, MI 48211. 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 Detroit, MI 48211?
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 tax-credit apartments in Detroit, MI 48211. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Detroit, MI 48211?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Detroit, MI 48211, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Detroit, MI 48211 is $1,220 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 Detroit, MI 48211?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Detroit, MI 48211. 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 Detroit, MI 48211?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Detroit, MI 48211. 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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