Karl King Riverbend Tower PB Section 8 South Bend, IN
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Karl King Riverbend Tower is a Project-Based Section 8 community in South Bend, IN with 219 units reporting 94% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $295/month on average.
219
total units
94%
occupancy
$295
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 515 E Monroe St, South Bend, IN 46601 Map → |
| Average household income | $12,357/yr |
| Average personal income | $12,120/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 24% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 93% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Karl King Riverbend Tower
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 515 E Monroe St, South Bend; 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 (~$295/mo average here).
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| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Robertson's Building LIHTC | South Bend | 0.8 km |
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| New Heritage Homes Southeast LIHTC | South Bend | 1.1 km |
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| Central High LIHTCPB Section 8 | South Bend | 1.4 km |
| Hoffman Hotel Apartments LIHTC | South Bend | 1.4 km |
| Stephenson Mills LIHTC | South Bend | 1.4 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Karl King Riverbend Tower 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 Karl King Riverbend Tower?
Residents report average rents near $295/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 Karl King Riverbend Tower?
Contact the management office at 515 E Monroe St in South Bend. 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.