About This Property
Carrot Way Apts is a 30-unit affordable housing community in Ann Arbor, Michigan that has served low-income residents since 2005. The property includes six one-bedroom, sixteen two-bedroom, and eight three-bedroom units, with services available for disabled residents. Carrot Way Apts is non-profit owned and funded through HOME and 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Ann Arbor Housing Commission
The Dunbar Tower Apartments Public Housing waiting list, which also included Project-Based Vouchers, was open from October 1, 2025, to October 7, 2025, for 31 one-bedroom apartments. Preferences included meeting income requirements, artist status, and Washtenaw County residency or employment, with 200 households randomly selected for the waitlist.
The HCV waiting list is closed with no announced reopening date. The Non-Elderly Disabled Section 8 HCV waitlist last opened in 2018 for five days with preferences for living, working, or attending school in Washtenaw County, disability, or homelessness.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 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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Tax Credit Program Details
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 Carrot Way Apts is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Carrot Way Apts?+
Carrot Way Apts offers the following unit types: 6 One-Bedroom, 16 Two-Bedroom, 8 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 30 units.
Who manages Carrot Way Apts?+
Carrot Way Apts is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more 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.
Is there a waitlist for Carrot Way Apts?+
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.
Who is eligible to live at Carrot Way Apts?+
Carrot Way Apts primarily serves persons with disabilities. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
How do I apply for housing at Carrot Way Apts?+
Carrot Way Apts is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
What is the price range for apartments in Ann Arbor, MI?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Washtenaw County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $1234, 2-bedroom: $1471, 3-bedroom: $1779. Actual rent at Carrot Way Apts may be lower for income-eligible households.
Contact Information
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Nearby Schools
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