Munster, IN Low Income Housing: A Comprehensive Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Munster, IN

How do I qualify for low income housing in Munster, 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 Munster, IN

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Munster, 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 Munster, 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 Munster, Indiana - Lake County

Studio Apartments $869

One Bedroom Apartments $1,027

Two Bedroom Apartments $1,254

Three Bedroom Apartments $1,539

List of Low Income Housing in or near Munster, IN

Golden Manor Senior Apartments - Hammond

1201 175th Street
Hammond, IN - 46324
(219) 845-1400
Golden Manor Senior Apartments offers 76 low income one bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Call (219) 845-1400 for leasing info. *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: 1.25 miles from Munster

Saxony Townhomes - Hammond

1349 175th Street
Hammond, IN - 46324
(219) 845-1400
Saxony Townhomes offers 57 low income two, three, and four bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Hours of Operation: M-F 9:00 am - 6:00 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: 1.33 miles from Munster

Housing Authority Of The City Of Hammond - Hammond

1402 173rd Street
Hammond, IN - 46324
219-989-3265-310
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Home Improvement and Rehabilitation Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Services for Homeless Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Spanish...see full details
Lake County
Listing Location: 1.52 miles from Munster

Hammond Housing Authority - Hammond

1402 173rd Street
Hammond, IN - 46324
(219) 989-3265
Hammond Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these rentals or vouchers due to the overwhelming need for housing assistance and at times these lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and the length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of assistance please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Lake County
Listing Location: 1.54 miles from Munster

Buford Walker Senior Housing - Lansing

17725 Arcadia St
Lansing, IL - 60438
(708) 895-6661
Buford Walker Senior Housing is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Buford Walker Senior Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lake County
Listing Location: 2.60 miles from Munster