Emma O. Johnson Homes PB Section 8 Indianapolis, IN
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Emma O. Johnson Homes is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Indianapolis, IN with 50 units reporting 64% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $342/month on average.
50
total units
64%
occupancy
$342
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 819 Edgemont Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46208 Map → |
| Average household income | $14,133/yr |
| Average personal income | $14,133/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Households below 30% AMI | 96% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Emma O. Johnson Homes
Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
- Call or visit the management office at 819 Edgemont Ave, Indianapolis; 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 (~$342/mo average here).
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|---|---|---|
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Emma O. Johnson Homes have?
Project-Based Section 8. Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
How much is rent at Emma O. Johnson Homes?
Residents report average rents near $342/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 Emma O. Johnson Homes?
Contact the management office at 819 Edgemont Ave in Indianapolis. 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.