Indianapolis Housing Agency
Indianapolis, Indiana
Last Updated
21 hours ago
About Indianapolis Housing Agency
The Indianapolis Housing Agency (PHA Code: IN017) provides housing assistance in Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana. This agency manages approximately 9,624 assisted housing units, which includes around 9,042 housing choice vouchers and 582 public housing units.
Currently, the Indianapolis Housing Agency is accepting applications for its Public Housing, Project-Based Voucher (PBV), and "Other" programs. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed to new applications. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Indianapolis-Carmel, IN HUD Metro FMR Area is $55,350 per year.
Waitlist statuses can change over time. Applicants are advised to confirm the current status of all programs directly with the housing authority to ensure they have the most up-to-date information when applying for assistance.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Indianapolis Housing Agency Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is currently accepting applications for the Developmentally Disabled Project-Based program. Apply online at indyhousing.org/how-to-apply.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Indianapolis Housing Agency is currently accepting pre-applications for the Developmentally Disabled Project-Based Voucher program.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
Applications are generally accepted online, with onsite applications available at specific communities on designated days. Assistance for online applications is available by phone (317-261-7299) for those with disabilities or without computer access. Eligibility requires meeting HUD income limits, citizenship or immigration status, student status, criminal activity screening, and acceptable prior rental history. Wait times can range from 6 months to 4 years. Preferences may include veterans, elderly, disabled, working families, or local residents. Declining two invitations to a unit may result in removal from the waitlist.
Other Programs
3 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The Section 8 waiting list is closed. Applications from the 2016 Lottery opening are currently being processed. Future waitlist openings will be publicly announced.
Mainstream Vouchers provide rental assistance specifically for non-elderly persons with disabilities. The program helps individuals transition out of institutional settings or avoid institutionalization by subsidizing housing costs in the private market.
Specific waitlist status information for the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program is not readily available; there is no active waitlist information at this time.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Indianapolis Housing Agency portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Indianapolis Housing Agency
Check Current Status
Indianapolis Housing Agency currently has 3 open waiting lists (Other, PBV, Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Indianapolis Housing Agency, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $55,350/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Indianapolis Housing Agency portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Indianapolis Housing Agency, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Indianapolis Housing Agency manages approximately 9,624 assisted housing units (9,042 Section 8, 582 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Indianapolis. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Indianapolis Housing Agency
Other open
The Other program at Indianapolis Housing Agency provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Indianapolis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Indianapolis Housing Agency are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Indianapolis. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Indianapolis Housing Agency are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Indianapolis Housing Agency manages approximately 582 Public Housing units in Indianapolis. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Indianapolis Housing Agency provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Indianapolis. This program serves approximately 9,042 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Indianapolis Housing Agency are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Indianapolis Housing Agency converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Indianapolis maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Indianapolis Housing Agency Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Indianapolis Housing Agency are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Indianapolis-Carmel, IN HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $55,350. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $23,250 | $38,750 | $62,000 |
| 2 Persons | $26,600 | $44,300 | $70,850 |
| 3 Persons | $29,900 | $49,850 | $79,700 |
| 4 Persons | $33,200 | $55,350 | $88,550 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $59,800 | $95,650 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $64,250 | $102,750 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $68,650 | $109,850 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $73,100 | $116,900 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Indianapolis Housing Agency — including across state lines.