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About Inkster Housing Commission
Inkster Housing Commission (PHA Code: MI027) is located in Inkster, Wayne County, Michigan. This authority manages approximately 1,550 assisted housing units, which include 757 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 793 Public Housing units.
The Commission operates two primary programs: Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher program. Currently, the Public Housing waitlist is open for new applications, having recently changed from a closed status. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) waitlist, however, remains closed.
For potential applicants, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four is $50,500 annually, consistent with the Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI HUD Metro FMR Area. Those interested in Public Housing should apply while the waitlist is open.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Additional Notes
Waitlists are open for Demby Terrace, Parkside Estates, Twin Towers, Lemoyne 1, and Lemoyne 2. Applications can be emailed to phwaitlist@inksterhousing.org.
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1 programThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The HCV waiting list was last open from January 13, 2020, to January 15, 2020. Selected applicants were placed on the waiting list by random lottery. Criminal background checks are conducted, and registered sex offenders or those convicted of manufacturing methamphetamines in public housing are not eligible. Applicants must notify the Housing Commission in writing of any change of address or family composition, or they will be removed from the waitlist.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Inkster Housing Commission directly at (313) 561-2600 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Inkster Housing Commission
Check Current Status
Inkster Housing Commission currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Inkster Housing Commission, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $50,500/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Contact Inkster Housing Commission directly at (313) 561-2600 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Inkster Housing Commission, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Inkster Housing Commission manages approximately 1,550 assisted housing units (757 Section 8, 793 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Inkster. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Inkster Housing Commission
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Inkster Housing Commission are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Inkster Housing Commission manages approximately 793 Public Housing units in Inkster. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Inkster Housing Commission provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Inkster. This program serves approximately 757 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for Inkster Housing Commission?
Inkster Housing Commission Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Inkster Housing Commission are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $50,500. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $21,250 | $35,350 | $56,600 |
| 2 Persons | $24,250 | $40,400 | $64,650 |
| 3 Persons | $27,300 | $45,450 | $72,750 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $50,500 | $80,800 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $54,550 | $87,300 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $58,600 | $93,750 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $62,650 | $100,200 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $66,700 | $106,700 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Inkster Housing Commission — including across state lines.