The Homes at Houston Whittier I LIHTCPB Section 8 Detroit, MI
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD LIHTC 2024
The Homes at Houston Whittier I is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) community in Detroit, MI with 40 units. Rents are set relative to household income.
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Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 13144 August St, Detroit, MI 48205 Map → |
| Tax-credit (LI) units | 40 |
| Placed in service | 2007 |
How to apply at The Homes at Houston Whittier I
LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
- Call or visit the management office at 13144 August St, 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.
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chalmers Apts LIHTC | Detroit | 1.4 km |
| Saratoga Homes LIHTCPB Section 8 | Detroit | 1.4 km |
| Canaan Manor PB Section 8 | Detroit | 2 km |
| Morang Apts LIHTC | Detroit | 2.8 km |
| Mcauley Commons §202 Senior | Detroit | 3.3 km |
| Parkside Village Iv Rehab Public Housing | Detroit | 3.4 km |
| The Villages at Parkside Ii LIHTC | Detroit | 3.4 km |
| Parkside Village Ii Rehab Public Housing | Detroit | 3.4 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does The Homes at Houston Whittier I have?
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC); Project-Based Section 8. LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
How much is rent at The Homes at Houston Whittier I?
Rents are income-based: expect to pay roughly 30% of adjusted monthly household income under the building's federal program.
How do I apply at The Homes at Houston Whittier I?
Contact the management office at 13144 August St 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.