Watertower West §811 Merrillville, IN
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Watertower West is a Section 811 PRAC (Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities) community in Merrillville, IN with 14 units reporting 93% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $366/month on average.
14
total units
93%
occupancy
$366
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Section 811 PRAC (Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities) |
|---|---|
| Address | 1900 W 79th Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410 Map → |
| Average household income | $15,241/yr |
| Average personal income | $15,241/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 8% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 77% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Watertower West
Section 811 PRAC: supportive housing for adults with disabilities, income-based rent with services.
- Call or visit the management office at 1900 W 79th Pl, 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 (~$366/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Griffith Apartments §811 | Merrillville | 1.1 km |
| Watertower South, Inc §811 | Merrillville | 1.1 km |
| Madison Manor Apts LIHTC | Merrillville | 2 km |
| Edgewood Apartments LIHTC | Merriville | 3.3 km |
← All subsidized housing in Merrillville
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Watertower West 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 Watertower West?
Residents report average rents near $366/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 Watertower West?
Contact the management office at 1900 W 79th Pl 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.