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Southfield Housing Commission

26000 Evergreen Rd, Southfield, MI, 48076

Information verified April 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 3 hr ago

About This Property

Southfield Housing Commission operates 334 units of public housing in Southfield, Michigan, within Oakland County. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The property is managed by the local housing authority.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Southfield Housing Commission accepts Public Housing pre-applications at the program level.

Last verified February 18, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Southfield Housing Commission divested from administering the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program effective October 1, 2025. The waiting list for this program was last open from December 14, 2020, to December 31, 2020, and applications were accepted online via a lottery system for selection. Income limits applied based on household size.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 18, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

334

Fair Market Rent - Oakland County, MI

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$920
1 Bedroom	$1,019
2 Bedroom	$1,291
3 Bedroom	$1,595
4 Bedroom	$1,719

Income Limits - Oakland County, MI

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $16,800
Very Low (50%): $28,000
Low (80%): $44,800

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $19,200
Very Low (50%): $32,000
Low (80%): $51,200

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $36,000
Low (80%): $57,600

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $40,000
Low (80%): $64,000

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $43,200
Low (80%): $69,150

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $46,400
Low (80%): $74,250

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $49,600
Low (80%): $79,400

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $52,800
Low (80%): $84,500

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$16,800	$28,000	$44,800
2 Persons	$19,200	$32,000	$51,200
3 Persons	$21,960	$36,000	$57,600
4 Persons	$26,500	$40,000	$64,000
5 Persons	$31,040	$43,200	$69,150
6 Persons	$35,580	$46,400	$74,250
7 Persons	$40,120	$49,600	$79,400
8 Persons	$44,660	$52,800	$84,500

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Southfield, MI?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Oakland County, MI is: $920 (Studio), $1019 (1BR), $1291 (2BR), $1595 (3BR), $1719 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Southfield Housing Commission is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Southfield Housing Commission have?+

Southfield Housing Commission has a total of 334 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Southfield Housing Commission?+

Southfield Housing Commission is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 2487964172, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

Is there a waitlist for Southfield Housing Commission?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Oakland County, MI?+

For a 4-person household in Oakland County, MI, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $40,000, Low Income (80% AMI): $64,000. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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