About This Property
River Park Place Southfield comprises 245 units in Southfield, Michigan, with 244 designated as low-income housing. The property was placed in service in 2016 and utilizes 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, offering a unit mix of 192 one-bedroom, 45 two-bedroom, and 8 three-bedroom apartments.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Southfield Housing Commission
If an applicant declines two invitations, their application will be purged from the waitlist.
Applications were previously accepted online via a random lottery. The City of Southfield divested from administering the Housing Choice Voucher Program effective October 1, 2025, and statewide HCV waitlists are currently closed for the foreseeable future.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated September 5, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Oakland 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 - Oakland 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 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Southfield, MI?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Oakland County, MI is: $920 (Studio), $1019 (1BR), $1291 (2BR), $1595 (3BR), $1719 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like River Park Place Southfield is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at River Park Place Southfield?+
River Park Place Southfield offers the following unit types: 192 One-Bedroom, 45 Two-Bedroom, 8 Three-Bedroom units, for a total of 245 units.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Oakland County, MI?+
For a 4-person household in Oakland 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.
Who manages River Park Place Southfield?+
River Park Place Southfield is managed by . You can reach them at .
What is the price range for apartments in Southfield, MI?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Oakland County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $1019, 2-bedroom: $1291, 3-bedroom: $1595. Actual rent at River Park Place Southfield may be lower for income-eligible households.
Is there a waitlist for River Park Place Southfield?+
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.
How do I apply for housing at River Park Place Southfield?+
River Park Place Southfield is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , 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.
Walk Score
Somewhat Walkable
Nearby Schools
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