Griffith Apartments §811 Merrillville, IN
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Griffith Apartments is a Section 811 PRAC (Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities) community in Merrillville, IN with 14 units reporting 100% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $321/month on average.
14
total units
100%
occupancy
$321
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Section 811 PRAC (Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities) |
|---|---|
| Address | 8555 Taft St, Merrillville, IN 46410 Map → |
| Average household income | $13,223/yr |
| Average personal income | $13,223/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 14% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 100% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Griffith Apartments
Section 811 PRAC: supportive housing for adults with disabilities, income-based rent with services.
- Call or visit the management office at 8555 Taft St, Merrillville; 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 (~$321/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Watertower Residential §811 | Merrillville | 1.1 km |
| Watertower West §811 | Merrillville | 1.1 km |
| Madison Manor Apts LIHTC | Merrillville | 2.8 km |
| Edgewood Apartments LIHTC | Merriville | 4.4 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Griffith Apartments have?
Section 811 PRAC (Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities). Section 811 PRAC: supportive housing for adults with disabilities, income-based rent with services.
How much is rent at Griffith Apartments?
Residents report average rents near $321/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 Griffith Apartments?
Contact the management office at 8555 Taft St in Merrillville. 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.