How many low income apartments are in Huntington, IN?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Huntington with approximately 523 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Huntington?

Tenant-paid rents in Huntington's assisted buildings typically range from about $284 to $295 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Huntington?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Huntington?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Huntington County: about $731/mo for one-bedroom and $956/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Huntington, IN

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Huntington with roughly 523 assisted units — including 2 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 7 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $284 to $295 per month.

assisted properties

523

subsidized units

$290

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Huntington

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Huntington

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Cedar Run at the Forks of the Wabash LIHTC	104	—	—
La Fontaine PB Section 8	65	$295	—
Parkview Apartments Ii PB Section 8	64	$284	—
The Park Lofts at Huntington LIHTC	59	—	—
Hauenstein Hills Apts Ii LIHTC	56	—	—
Hauenstein Hills Apts LIHTC	48	—	—
Redbud Village Apts LIHTC	48	—	—
Horace Mann Apts LIHTC	44	—	—
Central School Apts LIHTC	35	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Huntington (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
La Fontaine PB Section 8	65	$295	—
Parkview Apartments Ii PB Section 8	64	$284	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Huntington

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Cedar Run at the Forks of the Wabash LIHTC	104	—	—
The Park Lofts at Huntington LIHTC	59	—	—
Hauenstein Hills Apts Ii LIHTC	56	—	—
Hauenstein Hills Apts LIHTC	48	—	—
Redbud Village Apts LIHTC	48	—	—
Horace Mann Apts LIHTC	44	—	—
Central School Apts LIHTC	35	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Huntington County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Huntington County: studio $685, 1-BR $731, 2-BR $956, 3-BR $1,239, 4-BR $1,483.

Full FMR table for Huntington County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Huntington

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.