About This Property
Shelborne Square Apts contains 64 low-income units in Detroit, Michigan, serving families with a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom apartments. The property has been in service since 2005 and is financed through 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. The unit composition includes 8 one-bedroom, 48 two-bedroom, and 8 three-bedroom apartments.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Detroit Housing Commission
The last opening for eight low-income public housing properties was from October 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. Preferences were given to applicants displaced by a federally declared disaster, displaced families from other public housing authorities, elderly (62+), homeless, and victims of domestic violence.
The waitlist for the Housing Choice Voucher Program is currently closed. Historically, DHC waitlists close with a lottery, and eligibility is based on income, citizenship, and criminal history.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated April 17, 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 Shelborne Square Apts is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Shelborne Square Apts?+
Shelborne Square Apts offers the following unit types: 8 One-Bedroom, 48 Two-Bedroom, 8 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 64 units.
Who manages Shelborne Square Apts?+
Shelborne Square Apts is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
Is there a waitlist for Shelborne Square 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 Shelborne Square Apts?+
Shelborne Square Apts primarily serves families. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
What is the price range for apartments in Detroit, MI?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Wayne County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $1019, 2-bedroom: $1291, 3-bedroom: $1595. Actual rent at Shelborne Square Apts may be lower for income-eligible households.
How do I apply for housing at Shelborne Square Apts?+
Shelborne Square 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 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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