
About This Property
Ann Arbor Housing Commission operates 2,190 units of public housing in Ann Arbor, MI. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The housing authority provides rental assistance and housing options for eligible residents in Washtenaw County.
Waitlist Information
The Ann Arbor Housing Commission has converted all of its affordable housing properties from the Public Housing program to the HUD Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program.
The HCV waiting list for Monroe and Washtenaw County was last open from August 3, 2020, to August 31, 2020. Preferences previously included living in Washtenaw County, having a person with a disability, or being homeless; for HCV, an additional preference for Non-Elderly Disabled (NED) households aged 18-61 existed. There is no notice of when this waiting list will reopen.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated June 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Washtenaw 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 | $1,222 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,234 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,471 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,779 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,001 |
Income Limits - Washtenaw County, MI
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $22,400
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,300
- Low (80%)
- $55,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $25,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,600
- Low (80%)
- $63,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $28,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,950
- Low (80%)
- $71,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $53,250
- Low (80%)
- $79,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $34,550
- Very Low (50%)
- $57,550
- Low (80%)
- $86,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $37,100
- Very Low (50%)
- $61,800
- Low (80%)
- $92,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $66,050
- Low (80%)
- $99,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $70,300
- Low (80%)
- $105,500
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $22,400 | $37,300 | $55,950 |
| 2 Persons | $25,600 | $42,600 | $63,950 |
| 3 Persons | $28,800 | $47,950 | $71,950 |
| 4 Persons | $31,950 | $53,250 | $79,900 |
| 5 Persons | $34,550 | $57,550 | $86,300 |
| 6 Persons | $37,100 | $61,800 | $92,700 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $66,050 | $99,100 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $70,300 | $105,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Ann Arbor, MI?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Washtenaw County, MI is: $1222 (Studio), $1234 (1BR), $1471 (2BR), $1779 (3BR), $2001 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Ann Arbor Housing Commission is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Ann Arbor Housing Commission have?+
Ann Arbor Housing Commission has a total of 2190 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for Ann Arbor 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 Washtenaw County, MI?+
For a 4-person household in Washtenaw County, MI, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $31,950, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $53,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Ann Arbor Housing Commission?+
Ann Arbor Housing Commission is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7347946721, 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.
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