Emerald Springs Phase Ii Public Housing Detroit, MI
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Emerald Springs Phase Ii is a Public Housing community in Detroit, MI with 30 units reporting 63% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $374/month on average.
30
total units
63%
occupancy
$374
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 5814 Emerald Springs Cir, Detroit, MI 48212 Map → |
| Average household income | $15,407/yr |
| Average personal income | $5,322/yr |
| People per unit | 2.9 |
| Households below 30% AMI | 74% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 95% |
| One-bedroom share | 11% |
How to apply at Emerald Springs Phase Ii
Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
- Call or visit the management office at 5814 Emerald Springs Cir, Detroit; ask if the waitlist is open and request an application.
- Gather ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of all income. Applications are always free.
- Claim eligible preferences (homelessness, veteran, local residency) with documentation.
- Respond fast to interview letters; verify rent expectations against your budget (~$374/mo average here).
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| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sojourner Truth Public Housing | Detroit | 2.4 km |
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| Scattered Sites Public Housing | Detroit | 4 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Emerald Springs Phase Ii have?
Public Housing. Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
How much is rent at Emerald Springs Phase Ii?
Residents report average rents near $374/month in HUD administrative data. Under most federal programs you pay roughly 30% of adjusted income — your actual amount depends on household income and unit size.
How do I apply at Emerald Springs Phase Ii?
Contact the management office at 5814 Emerald Springs Cir in Detroit. Ask whether the waitlist is open, request an application, and claim any preferences you qualify for. There is never a fee to apply for HUD-subsidized housing.