Richfield Ft. Wayne PB Section 8 Fort Wayne, IN
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Richfield Ft. Wayne is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Fort Wayne, IN with 120 units reporting 97% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $342/month on average.
120
total units
97%
occupancy
$342
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 4755 Heatherwind Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46815 Map → |
| Average household income | $14,855/yr |
| Average personal income | $6,584/yr |
| People per unit | 2.3 |
| Moved in within last year | 13% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 75% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 97% |
| One-bedroom share | 39% |
How to apply at Richfield Ft. Wayne
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 4755 Heatherwind Dr, Fort Wayne; 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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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ryker Reserve LIHTC | Fort Wayne | 0.8 km |
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| Cobblestone Villas LIHTC | Fort Wayne | 1.7 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Richfield Ft. Wayne 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 Richfield Ft. Wayne?
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 Richfield Ft. Wayne?
Contact the management office at 4755 Heatherwind Dr in Fort Wayne. 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.