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Lincoln Park Housing Commission

Name: Lincoln Park Housing Commission
Address: 1356 Electric Ave, Lincoln Park, MI, 48146, US
Telephone: 3133884660

1356 Electric Ave, Lincoln Park, MI, 48146

Information verified August 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 16 hr ago

About This Property

Lincoln Park Housing Commission operates 412 units of public housing in Lincoln Park, Michigan. The property is managed by the housing authority and currently has closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 voucher assistance. Interested applicants can contact the authority directly for information about future availability.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: In-person or Mail

Applications are accepted for families and elderly/disabled individuals; applications are placed by date and time received, not by a preference point system. To apply, pick up an application at 1356 Electric Avenue, Lincoln Park, MI, or request one by calling 313-388-4660 during business hours. An interview is required after completing the application.

Last verified April 27, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list had a limited opening on February 14, 2022, and closed once 500 online submissions were received. The Lincoln Park Housing Commission is not currently participating in the AffordableHousing.com Common Rental Assistance Application.

Last verified August 14, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated August 18, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

412

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Lincoln Park, 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 Lincoln Park Housing Commission is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Lincoln Park Housing Commission have?+

Lincoln Park Housing Commission has a total of 412 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Lincoln Park Housing Commission?+

Lincoln Park Housing Commission is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 3133884660, 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.

Is there a waitlist for Lincoln Park Housing Commission?+

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.

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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