Independence House §811 Providence, RI
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Independence House is a Section 811 PRAC (Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities) community in Providence, RI with 26 units reporting 96% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $397/month on average.
26
total units
96%
occupancy
$397
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Section 811 PRAC (Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities) |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 Glasgow St, Providence, RI Map → |
| Average household income | $16,809/yr |
| Average personal income | $14,407/yr |
| People per unit | 1.2 |
| Moved in within last year | 13% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 90% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 77% |
How to apply at Independence House
Section 811 PRAC: supportive housing for adults with disabilities, income-based rent with services.
- Call or visit the management office at 100 Glasgow St, Providence; 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 (~$397/mo average here).
Other subsidized housing in Providence
- Hartford Park Public Housing
- Codding Court Public Housing
- Chad Brown Public Housing
- Manton Heights Public Housing
- Dexter Manor Public Housing
- Wiggin Village Apartments PB Section 8
- Lockwood Plaza LIHTCPB Section 8
- Dominica Manor Public Housing
- Charles Place PB Section 8
- Charles Place LIHTC
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sutterfield Apts LIHTCPB Section 8 | Providence | 0.8 km |
| Metcalf Court Ii (47) PB Section 8 | Providence | 1.1 km |
| Charlesgate North Affordable Housing LIHTCPB Section 8 | Providence | 2 km |
| University Heights Ii LIHTCPB Section 8 | Providence | 2 km |
| Charlesgate North PB Section 8 | Providence | 2 km |
| Carroll Tower Public Housing | Providence | 2.4 km |
| Geneva Plaza PB Section 8 | Pawtucket | 2.8 km |
| Parenti Villa Public Housing | Providence | 3.4 km |
← All subsidized housing in Providence
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Independence House 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 Independence House?
Residents report average rents near $397/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 Independence House?
Contact the management office at 100 Glasgow St in Providence. 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.