Poverty Solutions at the University of Michigan

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Affordable Housing Research

Explore Poverty Solutions’ research on affordable housing in the journal articles, working papers, policy briefs, news releases, and ongoing research projects listed below.

In the Media

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The Conversation | May. 22, 2026

Detroit’s high property taxes are driving a housing affordability crisis – how can city leaders bring down costs?

Outlier Media | Mar. 25, 2026

Detroiters can’t fix up their houses without insurance — but can’t get insurance until repairs are made

Outlier Media | Mar. 24, 2026

In the Media

Detroit’s high property taxes are driving a housing affordability crisis – how can city leaders bring down costs?

Detroiters can’t fix up their houses without insurance — but can’t get insurance until repairs are made

Detroit plans to double spending on home repair. It won’t come close to meeting the need