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Ypsilanti Housing Commission

Name: Ypsilanti Housing Commission
Address: 601 Armstrong Dr, Ypsilanti, MI, 48197, US
Telephone: 7344824300

601 Armstrong Dr, Ypsilanti, MI, 48197

Information verified May 9, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 21 hr ago

About This Property

Ypsilanti Housing Commission provides public housing and Section 8 rental assistance services in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed to new applicants. This housing authority administers affordable housing programs for eligible residents in Washtenaw County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Deborah Strong Housing consists of 112 units over 12 scattered sites, including duplexes and garden-style buildings. All units are targeted to families earning 60% of Area Median Income (AMI) or less and provide Section 8 Project-Based Rental Assistance as a result of RAD conversion.

Last verified February 13, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The YHC does not operate a Section 8 program. Section 8 administrators in Washtenaw County are MSHDA and Ann Arbor Housing Commission.

Last verified February 28, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Fair Market Rent - Washtenaw 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	$1,222
1 Bedroom	$1,234
2 Bedroom	$1,471
3 Bedroom	$1,779
4 Bedroom	$2,001

Income Limits - Washtenaw County, MI

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $22,400
Very Low (50%): $37,300
Low (80%): $55,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,600
Very Low (50%): $42,600
Low (80%): $63,950

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $28,800
Very Low (50%): $47,950
Low (80%): $71,950

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,950
Very Low (50%): $53,250
Low (80%): $79,900

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $34,550
Very Low (50%): $57,550
Low (80%): $86,300

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $37,100
Very Low (50%): $61,800
Low (80%): $92,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $66,050
Low (80%): $99,100

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $70,300
Low (80%): $105,500

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$22,400	$37,300	$55,950
2 Persons	$25,600	$42,600	$63,950
3 Persons	$28,800	$47,950	$71,950
4 Persons	$31,950	$53,250	$79,900
5 Persons	$34,550	$57,550	$86,300
6 Persons	$37,100	$61,800	$92,700
7 Persons	$40,120	$66,050	$99,100
8 Persons	$44,660	$70,300	$105,500

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Ypsilanti, MI?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Washtenaw County, MI is: $1222 (Studio), $1234 (1BR), $1471 (2BR), $1779 (3BR), $2001 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Ypsilanti Housing Commission is typically 30% of household income or less.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Washtenaw County, MI?+

For a 4-person household in Washtenaw County, MI, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $31,950, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $53,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $79,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Ypsilanti Housing Commission?+

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 Ypsilanti Housing Commission?+

Ypsilanti Housing Commission is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7344824300, 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.

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