Downtown Scholar House LIHTCPublic Housing Louisville, KY
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Downtown Scholar House is a Public Housing community in Louisville, KY with 12 units reporting 92% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $153/month on average. The property reported a typical wait of roughly 2 months.
12
total units
92%
occupancy
$153
avg resident rent
2 mo
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) |
|---|---|
| Address | 920 S 1st St, Louisville, KY 40203 Map → |
| Average household income | $6,758/yr |
| Average personal income | $2,974/yr |
| People per unit | 2.3 |
| Moved in within last year | 27% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 82% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
How to apply at Downtown Scholar House
LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
- Call or visit the management office at 920 S 1st St, Louisville; ask if the waitlist is open and request an application.
- Gather ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of all income. Applications are always free.
- Claim eligible preferences (homelessness, veteran, local residency) with documentation.
- Respond fast to interview letters; verify rent expectations against your budget (~$153/mo average here).
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|---|---|---|
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Downtown Scholar House have?
Public Housing; Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC). LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
How much is rent at Downtown Scholar House?
Residents report average rents near $153/month in HUD administrative data. Under most federal programs you pay roughly 30% of adjusted income — your actual amount depends on household income and unit size.
How do I apply at Downtown Scholar House?
Contact the management office at 920 S 1st St in Louisville. Ask whether the waitlist is open, request an application, and claim any preferences you qualify for. There is never a fee to apply for HUD-subsidized housing.