Lake Station, IN Low Income Housing

Lake Station, IN Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Lake Station, IN

How do I qualify for low income housing in Lake Station, IN?
To qualify for low income housing in Indiana, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Lake Station, IN

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Lake Station, IN, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Lake Station, IN. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Lake Station, Indiana - Lake County

Studio Apartments $815
One Bedroom Apartments $1,000
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,227
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,361

List of Low Income Housing in or near Lake Station, IN

Woodlake Village I - Gary

8830-70 E 6th Drive
Gary, IN - 46403
219-938-1600
Woodlake Village I is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Woodlake Village I for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lake County
Listing Location: 1.67 miles from Lake Station

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Woodlake Village Ii - Gary

587-99 S Vermillion Place
Gary, IN - 46403
219-938-1600
Woodlake Village Ii is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Woodlake Village Ii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lake County
Listing Location: 1.70 miles from Lake Station

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Woodlake Village Iii - Gary

8901 E 5th Ave
Gary, IN - 46403
219-938-1600
Woodlake Village Iii is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Woodlake Village Iii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lake County
Listing Location: 1.90 miles from Lake Station

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Duneland Village Apartments - Gary

350 Fayette Street
Gary, IN - 46403
(855) 296-0744
Duneland Village Apartments offers 101 low income one, two and three bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 9 am - 5 pm *Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list.  If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below.* ...see full details
Lake County
Listing Location: 2.61 miles from Lake Station


Swanson Court Apartments - Affordable Housing - Portage

5656 Willowdale Lane
Portage, IN - 46368
(219) 762-0411
Eligibility and rental rates are based on household income and other qualifying factors. Features: Affordable Rents Private Entrances Generous Closet Space and Storage Areas Energy Saving Features Washer/Gas Dryer Hook Up Off Street Garage Parking Intercom Entrance System Trash Removal, Water and Sewage at no extra cost Complete Maintenance Services Amenities: On-Site Laundry Facility High Speed Internet Access Walking/Biking Trails Outdoor Play Area 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance On-Site Courteous Office Staff ...see full details
Lake County
Listing Location: 2.64 miles from Lake Station


Park Shore Commons - Gary

860 N. Wells St
Gary, IN - 46403
(219) 938-4320
Park Shore Commons offers 246 low income one, two and three bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Office Hours: M-F 9 am - 5 pm Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list.  If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below. ...see full details
Lake County
Listing Location: 3.11 miles from Lake Station

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Port Crossing Apartments - Portage

3300 Portside
Portage, IN - 46368
(219) 763-2900
Port Crossing Apartments offers 352 low income one, two and three bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Office Hours: Mon-Sat 9 am - 6 pm, Sun 8 am - 5 pm Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list.  If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below. ...see full details
Lake County
Listing Location: 4.23 miles from Lake Station


Kirby Manor Apartments - Hobart

402 West 14th Street
Hobart, IN - 46342
(219) 942-0001
Kirby Manor Apartments offers 78 low income one and two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri  10:00 am - 5:00 pm *Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list.  If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below.* ...see full details
Lake County
Listing Location: 4.31 miles from Lake Station


Linden House of Hobart - Affordable Senior Housing - Hobart

360 West 61st Avenue
Hobart, IN - 46342
(312) 234-9400
Linden House of Hobart is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Linden House Hobart for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Resident Amenities:     Intercom security system     Community room for activities and social functions     Library     Beauty salon     Exercise room     On-site laundry     Bus service for outings and shopping     Resident storage room     Patio area and gazebo     Emergency pull cord system ...see full details
Lake County
Listing Location: 4.58 miles from Lake Station

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Homewood Village - Gary

2173 Carolina Street
Gary, IN - 46407
219-938-1600
Homewood Village is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Homewood Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lake County
Listing Location: 4.58 miles from Lake Station

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Lake Station, IN

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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