Location: Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI | Metro: Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI HUD Metro FMR Area
Based on 1% Rule: A+ (≥1.5%) | A (≥1.2%) | B (≥1.0%) | C (≥0.8%) | D (≥0.6%) | F (<0.6%)
| Unit Size | Monthly FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,280 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,420 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,170 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,350 |
| 5 Bedrooms | $2,726 |
| 6 Bedrooms | $3,053 |
| 7 Bedrooms | $3,297 |
| 8 Bedrooms | $3,462 |
Zillow median home prices vs Section 8 FMR rates (Data: 2026-08-31)
| Bedrooms | Monthly FMR | Median Price | 1% Rule | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2BR | $1,780 | $298,306 | 0.6% | F |
| 3BR | $2,170 | $363,432 | 0.6% | F |
| 4BR | $2,350 | $487,537 | 0.48% | F |
| 5BR | $2,726 | $584,349 | 0.47% | F |
U.S. Census Bureau data (2024)
16.7% of White Lake, MI's residents are renters, indicating a modest demand for rental properties in ZIP 48386. The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for the area in fiscal year 2024 is set at $1560, which is significantly lower than the market rent of $2,042 as indicated by ZORI. This suggests that landlords could potentially benefit from higher rental yields if they can attract tenants willing to pay above the subsidized rate. However, the median income of $89,702 may limit the number of individuals who can afford to pay the market rate, especially considering the high median home value of $372,478, which could make renting more attractive relative to buying. The low price-cut share of 0.2% implies that property values are relatively stable and that there isn't much pressure on landlords to reduce rents to fill vacancies. In conclusion, while the subsidized FMR is lower than the market rent, the combination of a moderate renter share and stable property values makes White Lake, MI a viable option for Section 8 investments.
Data Sources: FMR data from HUD (2027). Median home prices from Zillow (2026-08-31). Demographics from U.S. Census (2024).
About FMR: Fair Market Rent (FMR) is used to determine payment standards for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program, initial renewal rents for some expiring project-based Section 8 contracts, and rent ceilings for HOME Investment Partnerships.