Homer, IN Low Income Housing

Homer, IN Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Homer, IN

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Homer, 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 Homer, 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 Homer, Indiana - Rush County

Studio Apartments $637
One Bedroom Apartments $839
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,021
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,127

List of Low Income Housing in or near Homer, IN

Carriage House Elkhart - Elkhart

1200 Burr Oak Court
Elkhart, IN - 46517
(317) 469-0400
Carriage House Elkhart is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Carriage House Elkhart for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rush County
Listing Location: 0.10 miles from Homer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Briarwood Village - Elkhart

3406-16 Pleasant Plain Ave
Elkhart, IN -
(317) 469-0400
Briarwood Village is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Briarwood Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rush County
Listing Location: 0.31 miles from Homer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Housing Authority, City Of Elkhart - Elkhart

1396 Benham Ave
Elkhart, IN - 46516
574-295-8392-225
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Pre-purchase Counseling Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Rush County
Listing Location: 1.69 miles from Homer


Stratford Commons - Elkhart

2601 Oakland Ave
Elkhart, IN - 46517
574-522-0550
Stratford Commons is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Stratford Commons for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rush County
Listing Location: 1.70 miles from Homer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Elkhart Housing Authority - Elkhart

1396 Benham Ave
Elkhart, IN - 46516
(574) 295-8392
Elkhart 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
Rush County
Listing Location: 1.73 miles from Homer


Oaklawn Apartments - Elkhart

2518 Oakland Ave
Elkhart, IN - 46517
574-234-9923
Oaklawn Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oaklawn Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rush County
Listing Location: 1.74 miles from Homer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

River Run Apartments - Elkhart

740 Prairie St
Elkhart, IN - 46516
(914) 964-3000
River Run Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact River Run Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rush County
Listing Location: 2.09 miles from Homer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oakland Estates Apartments - Elkhart

500 S. Main Street
Elkhart, IN - 46515
574-234-9923
Oakland Estates Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oakland Estates Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rush County
Listing Location: 2.29 miles from Homer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Ashton Pines Apartment Homes - Elkhart

4353 Balsam Fir Lane
Elkhart, IN - 46517
(574) 875-6113
Affordable rental, income limits Guidelines Apply, rent based on income. Different floor plans. Hours: Monday - Friday: 9am - 6pm Saturday: 10am - 2pm Closed on Sunday. ...see full details
Rush County
Listing Location: 2.85 miles from Homer


Town & Country Apartments - Elkhart

1221 Georgia Blvd
Elkhart, IN - 46514
574-262-8467
Town & Country Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Town & Country Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Rush County
Listing Location: 4.63 miles from Homer

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Homer, 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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