Detroit Land Bank Buy Back Program

Detroit Land Bank Authority (DLBA)

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Deed to occupied home, average $6,500
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About This Program

The Grant Map catalogs Detroit Land Bank Buy Back Program in its Detroit, MI research directory. The record carries audience tags for renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.

Detroit Land Bank Authority's Buy Back Program allows residents who are occupying a DLBA-owned home to purchase it, often for back taxes only. 100+ Detroiters received deeds through this program in 2025. A pathway from renter to homeowner that makes you eligible for repair programs. The companion 'Make It Home' program (with UCHC and Rocket Community Fund) acquired 1,396 homes since 2017, with an average purchase price under $10,000.

Must currently occupy a DLBA-owned home

The cited general URL responded on 2026-09-18; it does not confirm this program or amount.

Record set last reviewed 2026-04-01. How we verify our data.

Other published resources for Detroit, MI, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:

Key Details

  • Purchase the DLBA home you already occupy
  • Average purchase cost ~$6,500 (back taxes only)
  • 100+ deeds awarded in 2025
  • Companion program: 'Make It Home' via UCHC + Rocket
  • Apply at buildingdetroit.org

How to Apply

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Prepare your application

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Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Program phone: 313-974-6869

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Deadline: Ongoing, apply at buildingdetroit.org

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Frequently asked questions

What amount is listed for Detroit Land Bank Buy Back Program in Detroit, MI?

The Grant Map record states: Deed to occupied home, average $6,500. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.

What audience tags are recorded for Detroit Land Bank Buy Back Program in Detroit?

The directory record carries audience tags for renters. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.

How do I apply for Detroit Land Bank Buy Back Program in Detroit, MI?

Confirm the application route directly with Detroit Land Bank Authority (DLBA); use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 313-974-6869. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.

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