About This Property
Martin Luther King Homes comprises 45 low-income units in Detroit, Michigan, serving families and disabled residents with a unit mix of sixteen 3-bedroom and twenty-nine 4-bedroom apartments. The property has been in service since 2005 and receives 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit financing. A non-profit organization owns and manages the development.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Detroit Housing Commission
Public housing assistance is tied directly to the unit, with participants paying 30% of their monthly income towards rent and utilities with a $50 minimum. Eligibility is based on low to moderate income, family status (elderly, disabled, or family), and US citizenship or eligible immigration status. The 2024 waiting list for multiple public housing communities closed on December 31, 2024.
The DHC Housing Choice Voucher waitlist is currently closed, opening on an as-needed basis. Eligibility is based on total annual gross income (up to 50% of area median income), US citizenship or eligible immigration status, and criminal history checks; historically, waitlists close with a lottery system.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Wayne 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 - Wayne County, MI
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $16,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $28,000
- Low (80%)
- $44,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $19,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,000
- Low (80%)
- $51,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,000
- Low (80%)
- $57,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,000
- Low (80%)
- $64,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,200
- Low (80%)
- $69,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,400
- Low (80%)
- $74,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $49,600
- Low (80%)
- $79,400
- 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 |
Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Detroit, MI?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Wayne County, MI is: $920 (Studio), $1019 (1BR), $1291 (2BR), $1595 (3BR), $1719 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Martin Luther King Homes is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Martin Luther King Homes?+
Martin Luther King Homes offers the following unit types: 16 Three-Bedroom, 29 Four-Bedroom units, for a total of 45 units.
What is the price range for apartments in Detroit, MI?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Wayne County, the estimated price range is: 3-bedroom: $1595. Actual rent at Martin Luther King Homes may be lower for income-eligible households.
Who manages Martin Luther King Homes?+
Martin Luther King Homes is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
Who is eligible to live at Martin Luther King Homes?+
Martin Luther King Homes primarily serves families, 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 Martin Luther King Homes?+
Martin Luther King Homes 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.
Is there a waitlist for Martin Luther King Homes?+
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 Wayne County, MI?+
For a 4-person household in Wayne 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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