Housing

Housing in Michigan

Search property records, find a place to live, get help affording housing, or find what you need to build and maintain property.

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Getting help with housing costs

Beyond browsing listings, a few programs exist specifically to help residents afford a place to live.

Affordable housing units

Listings marked "Affordable Housing" in the property search are income-restricted units priced below market rate. Use the Get Housing Assistance filter above to see what's currently available.

Rental assistance

Programs exist to help cover rent for households facing a temporary financial hardship, including emergency assistance for people at risk of losing their housing.

Weatherization & repair help

Income-qualifying homeowners can get help with insulation, heating system repairs, and other improvements that lower utility costs and keep a home livable through Michigan winters.

Building & maintaining property

Whether you're starting from a vacant lot or keeping up an existing property, here's what that generally involves.

Buying land

Vacant land and lots appear in the property search as "Land / Lot." Use the Build & Maintain filter above to see what's currently listed.

Permits & inspections

New construction and major renovations typically require permits and inspections before, during, and after the work, to make sure the property meets local building and safety codes.

Ongoing maintenance

Keeping a property in good standing — lawns, exteriors, and code compliance — is generally the owner's responsibility, whether the property is occupied, vacant, or under construction.