Low Income (LIHTC)Waitlist Open

Northwest Unity Homes Ii

8345 Ellsworth St, Detroit, MI, 48238

Information verified July 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

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About This Property

Northwest Unity Homes II comprises 45 four-bedroom units serving low-income households in Detroit, Michigan. The property entered service in 2011 and operates in Wayne County. All 45 units function as affordable housing.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Detroit Housing Commission

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened June 12, 2026

Apply: Online

Families with an elderly or disabled preference may apply year-round; general preferences include families with children, elderly, and disabled individuals. Applicants must be 18 or a legally emancipated minor with an active email address.

Last verified July 5, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Historically, the DHC's HCV waiting list closes with a lottery; 7,000 applicants were selected in 2020. The DHC does not know when the waitlist will reopen and will only open it once current applicants have been served.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated July 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

4 Bedroom

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.

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

Tax Credit Program Details

Year Placed in Service

2011

LIHTC Credit Type

Low-Income Units

45 / 45

Funding Programs

TCEP

Designations

Qualified Census Tract

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 Northwest Unity Homes Ii is typically 30% of household income or less.

What size apartments are available at Northwest Unity Homes Ii?+

Northwest Unity Homes Ii offers the following unit types: 45 Four-Bedroom units, for a total of 45 units.

Is there a waitlist for Northwest Unity Homes Ii?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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 manages Northwest Unity Homes Ii?+

Northwest Unity Homes Ii is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.

How do I apply for housing at Northwest Unity Homes Ii?+

Northwest Unity Homes Ii 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 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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