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Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Mishawaka, IN

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the St Joseph County Public Housing Authority.

Income may not exceed 50% of the median income from the table below. The Housing Authority must provide 75 percent of vouchers to those whose income does not exceed 30% of the median income listed below.

HUD Income Limits 2024 in Mishawaka, IN.

St Joseph County Public Housing Authorities

We have listed all of the housing authorities in St Joseph County. Using the chart above, if you qualify as low income (Very Low Income OR Extremely Low Income), we recommend that you visit your local housing authority. They should be your first stop for housing and rental assistance programs.
1. To get on the waiting list for Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8), visit the links provided below to the closest St Joseph County housing authority to your city in your city.
2. You can also visit the Housing Authority for other low income housing programs with rent assistance.

Public Housing Eligibility

To be eligible for public housing, households must meet the following requirements:
1. Have an income that is below a certain level.
2. Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident.
3. Have a demonstrated need for housing assistance.

Public housing tenants pay rent based on their income. The rent is typically set at 30% of the household's monthly income.
If you are interested in learning more about public housing, or if you think you may be eligible, you can contact your local housing authority (lsted above). The Public Housing Authority can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for public housing assistance.

South Bend Housing Authority

501 Alonzo Watson Drive
South Bend, IN - 46601
St Joseph County
Website: http://www.hasbonline.com
Phone Number: (574)235-9346

St. Joseph County Housing Authority

c/o HAO Inc, 2410 Grape Road, Suite 2, Mishawka, IN 46545
Mishawaka, IN - 46634
St Joseph County
Phone Number: (574) 256-9444

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HUD Housing Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties In Mishawaka, IN

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Mishawaka, IN. LIHTC apartment rents are not based on the tenants income. Income credit set aside brackets are selected during the apartment credit applications are used to determine the apartment rents.

The rents are based upon the Area Medium Income (AMI) and tenant based utility allowances. At least 20% of these apartments (listed below), must provide these low rates for low-income tenants.

HUD housing LIHTC Eligibility Requirements

Income: Households must earn below a certain income level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 60% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for LIHTC housing.
Citizenship or residency status: Households must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.
Need for housing assistance: Households must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that they must be unable to afford housing on their own.

In addition to the above requirements, some LIHTC properties may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for LIHTC housing, you can contact your local housing authority (listed above) or search for LIHTC properties (listed below).

LIHTC Maximum Rents

The maximum allowable rents are equal to 30% of the Area Medium Income (AMI), less the utility allowances.

HUD Fair Market Rents for Mishawaka, IN St Joseph County



Available LIHTC Properties In Mishawaka, IN

Using the table above you can estimate what you would be paying by checking the LIHTC Maximum Rent section.

Contact these properties for openings and wait lists and price lists.

Mishawaka River Center Apartments

402 Lincolnway W
Mishawaka, IN - 46544
Total Apartment Units: 27

Parkview Terrace Apartments

1110 Dodge Ave
Mishawaka, IN - 46544
Total Apartment Units: 112

Bittersweet Pointe

406 Honeysuckle Ln
Mishawaka, IN - 46544
Total Apartment Units: 116
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 116
2 Bedroom apartments 88
3 Bedroom apartments 28
Years In Service Since: 1993

Arbors At Ironwood Apartments Ii

1310 Blossom Dr
Mishawaka, IN - 46544
Total Apartment Units: 40
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 40
1 Bedroom apartments 8
2 Bedroom apartments 16
3 Bedroom apartments 16
Years In Service Since: 2001

Arbors At Ironwood Apartments I

1310 Blossom Dr
Mishawaka, IN - 46544
Total Apartment Units: 88
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 88
1 Bedroom apartments 8
2 Bedroom apartments 48
3 Bedroom apartments 32
Years In Service Since: 2001

The Preserve At Fir Road

2705 Spicer Ln
Mishawaka, IN - 46545
Total Apartment Units: 144
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 144
2 Bedroom apartments 76
3 Bedroom apartments 46
4 Bedroom apartments 22
Years In Service Since: 2008
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES

Silver Birch Of Mishawaka

3630 Hickory Rd
Mishawaka, IN - 46545
Total Apartment Units: 114
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 114
1 Bedroom apartments 45
Years In Service Since: 2019
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES

Silver Birch Of Mishawaka

3630 Hickory Rd
Mishawaka, IN - 46545
Total Apartment Units: 119
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 119
1 Bedroom apartments 51
Years In Service Since: 2019
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES


HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Mishawaka, IN

The US Department of Housing and Urban Development provides active listings of Section 8 and Multifamily apartments. We have listed them below for you to contact. Check with them to see if they have current availabilities and/or waiting lists. With Section 8 properties, you will need a voucher. Contact the St Joseph County Public Housing Authorities, listed at the top of this page.

Eligibility for HUD Housing Section 8, you must meet the following requirements:

Income: Your income must be below a certain level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 50% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for Section 8 housing.
Citizenship or residency status: You must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
Need for housing assistance: You must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that you must be unable to afford housing on your own.

In addition to the above requirements, some Section 8 programs may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for Section 8 housing, you can contact your local Public Housing Authority (listed above). The Public Housing Authorities can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for Section 8 assistance.

Tips To Get In To Section 8 Housing:

Local Rules: Each local housing authority has different rules around Section 8. Decide where you want to live and find the housing authorities in charge of those neighborhoods.
Applying for a Voucher: Contact your local Public Housing Agency (PHA) to apply for a voucher. They can tell you if they’re currently accepting new applicants and provide application details.
Payment Standards: Section 8 doesn’t specify a fixed dollar amount for rent assistance. Instead, the PHA sets a payment standard based on local housing market rates.

Ahepa Penelope 60 Apartments

810 S Merrifield Ave
Mishawaka, IN - 46544
Phone: 574-252-4466
Total Apartment Units: 50
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Linden House Mishawaka

715 E. Fulmer Road
Mishawaka, IN - 46544
Phone: (574) 258-0777
Total Apartment Units: 50
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

100 Center Hi-rise

100 N. Center St
Mishawaka, IN - 46544
Phone: 574-256-0616
Total Apartment Units: 104
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Lakeside Apartments

900 Roosevelt Dr
Mishawaka, IN - 46544
Phone: 574-259-2655
Total Apartment Units: 48
Type of Listing: Insured-Subsidized

Carriage House Mishawaka Ii

116 Charleston Dr
Mishawaka, IN - 46545
Phone: 574-259-7831
Total Apartment Units: 240
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

Carriage House Mishawaka I

220 Portsmouth Court
Mishawaka, IN - 46545
Phone: 574-255-9902
Total Apartment Units: 240
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

Parkview Terrace

511 E 12th St
Mishawaka, IN - 46544
Phone: (574) 259-0448
Total Apartment Units: 108
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

Eastgate Apartments

900 Roosevelt Dr
Mishawaka, IN - 46544
Phone: 574-259-2655
Total Apartment Units: 96
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure


About our Data

Our data is collected from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development data along with computations based on their rules on apartments/housing.

How does HUD housing work in IN?

You must qualify for the HUD apartments in the area you are searching. Then, you need to apply directly at the location or through the Public Housing Authority.