Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Marion County, Indiana
Marion County has a HUD fair market rent of $1,536 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $1,153 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $29.54 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,536
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- 18% more than in Indiana
- Typical rent
- $1,153
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 9% more than in Indiana
- Wage needed
- $29.54
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $61,440 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 51%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 6% more than in Indiana
Only here
Renting in Marion County: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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Marion County has the 3rd lowest homeownership rate of the 92 counties in Indiana (57%).
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Marion County has the 8th highest typical rent of the 92 counties in Indiana ($1,153).
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).
Fair market rent
What HUD sets for each size
Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in Marion County. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.
The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)
According to Zillow (ZORI), the typical asking rent in Marion County was $1,379 a month in September 2026: 2.5% more than 12 months ago. It is an index of market listings, not a HUD limit. Zillow data
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,187 | $22.83 | $47,480 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,336 | $25.69 | $53,440 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,536 | $29.54 | $61,440 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,991 | $38.29 | $79,640 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,425 | $46.63 | $97,000 |
HUD area: Indianapolis-Carmel, IN HUD Metro FMR Area. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027
By ZIP code
The fair market rent for your ZIP code
HUD also publishes fair market rents by ZIP code (Small Area FMRs) for 36 ZIP codes in Marion County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,310 in 46201 to $2,300 in 46278. 17 ZIP codes are above the county's fair market rent ($1,536).
Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses. 24 CFR §982.503(a)(1)
| 46107 | $1,100 | $1,230 | $1,420 | $1,840 | $2,240 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46183 | $1,260 | $1,420 | $1,630 | $2,110 | $2,570 |
| 46201 | $1,010 | $1,140 | $1,310 | $1,700 | $2,070 |
| 46202 | $1,530 | $1,720 | $1,980 | $2,570 | $3,130 |
| 46203 | $1,070 | $1,200 | $1,380 | $1,790 | $2,180 |
| 46204 | $1,720 | $1,930 | $2,220 | $2,880 | $3,500 |
| 46205 | $1,230 | $1,380 | $1,590 | $2,060 | $2,510 |
| 46206 | $1,140 | $1,280 | $1,470 | $1,910 | $2,320 |
| 46208 | $1,080 | $1,220 | $1,400 | $1,810 | $2,210 |
| 46214 | $1,110 | $1,250 | $1,440 | $1,870 | $2,270 |
| 46216 | $1,310 | $1,480 | $1,700 | $2,200 | $2,680 |
| 46217 | $1,380 | $1,560 | $1,790 | $2,320 | $2,830 |
| 46218 | $1,030 | $1,160 | $1,330 | $1,720 | $2,100 |
| 46219 | $1,100 | $1,230 | $1,420 | $1,840 | $2,240 |
| 46220 | $1,380 | $1,560 | $1,790 | $2,320 | $2,830 |
| 46221 | $1,140 | $1,290 | $1,480 | $1,920 | $2,340 |
| 46222 | $1,100 | $1,230 | $1,420 | $1,840 | $2,240 |
| 46224 | $1,140 | $1,280 | $1,470 | $1,910 | $2,320 |
| 46225 | $1,100 | $1,230 | $1,420 | $1,840 | $2,240 |
| 46226 | $1,110 | $1,250 | $1,440 | $1,870 | $2,270 |
| 46227 | $1,060 | $1,190 | $1,370 | $1,780 | $2,160 |
| 46228 | $1,410 | $1,590 | $1,830 | $2,370 | $2,890 |
| 46229 | $1,040 | $1,170 | $1,350 | $1,750 | $2,130 |
| 46235 | $1,010 | $1,140 | $1,310 | $1,700 | $2,070 |
| 46236 | $1,780 | $2,000 | $2,300 | $2,980 | $3,630 |
| 46237 | $1,340 | $1,500 | $1,730 | $2,240 | $2,730 |
| 46239 | $1,380 | $1,560 | $1,790 | $2,320 | $2,830 |
| 46240 | $1,410 | $1,580 | $1,820 | $2,360 | $2,870 |
| 46241 | $1,140 | $1,290 | $1,480 | $1,920 | $2,340 |
| 46250 | $1,310 | $1,470 | $1,690 | $2,190 | $2,670 |
| 46254 | $1,060 | $1,190 | $1,370 | $1,780 | $2,160 |
| 46256 | $1,160 | $1,300 | $1,500 | $1,940 | $2,370 |
| 46259 | $1,230 | $1,380 | $1,590 | $2,060 | $2,510 |
| 46260 | $1,210 | $1,360 | $1,560 | $2,020 | $2,460 |
| 46268 | $1,210 | $1,370 | $1,570 | $2,040 | $2,480 |
| 46278 | $1,780 | $2,000 | $2,300 | $2,980 | $3,630 |
- 46107 $1,420$1,840
- 46183 $1,630$2,110
- 46201 $1,310$1,700
- 46202 $1,980$2,570
- 46203 $1,380$1,790
- 46204 $2,220$2,880
- 46205 $1,590$2,060
- 46206 $1,470$1,910
- 46208 $1,400$1,810
- 46214 $1,440$1,870
- 46216 $1,700$2,200
- 46217 $1,790$2,320
- 46218 $1,330$1,720
- 46219 $1,420$1,840
- 46220 $1,790$2,320
- 46221 $1,480$1,920
- 46222 $1,420$1,840
- 46224 $1,470$1,910
- 46225 $1,420$1,840
- 46226 $1,440$1,870
- 46227 $1,370$1,780
- 46228 $1,830$2,370
- 46229 $1,350$1,750
- 46235 $1,310$1,700
- 46236 $2,300$2,980
- 46237 $1,730$2,240
- 46239 $1,790$2,320
- 46240 $1,820$2,360
- 46241 $1,480$1,920
- 46250 $1,690$2,190
- 46254 $1,370$1,780
- 46256 $1,500$1,940
- 46259 $1,590$2,060
- 46260 $1,560$2,020
- 46268 $1,570$2,040
- 46278 $2,300$2,980
Source: Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)
Rent burden
How many households spend too much
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Marion County, 51% of renter households are in that position; in Indiana, 48%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).
Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.
51%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
173,991 households rent in Marion County
- Spend half or more of their income 26%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 25%
- Spend less than 30% 49%
Compared with the state and the country
- Marion 51%
- Indiana 48%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Marion County
HUD lists 214 properties with homes for low-income households in Marion County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 131
- HUD-assisted
- 87
- public housing
- 3
20,167 homes in all; 15,862 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- N Oaks of Broad Ripple Tax credit (LIHTC) 5018 Lemans Dr, Indianapolis 46205 398 low-income homes · Studio: 14 · 1 bd: 117 · 2 bd: 226 · 3 bd: 41 · In service since 2000
- Barton Block Tax credit (LIHTC) · Public housing 555 Massachusetts Ave, Indianapolis 46204 373 low-income homes · Run by Indianapolis Housing Agency · Average payment: $304 a month · Average wait: 10 months · (317) 261-7200
- Carriage House East HUD-assisted 10042 Ellis Dr, Indianapolis 46235 614 homes, 367 low-income · For families · (317) 898-9767
- Meadowlark Apartments HUD-assisted 9418 E 43rd St, Indianapolis 46235 360 low-income homes · For families · (317) 898-2211
- Bradford Lake Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 7626 Portage Ave, Indianapolis 46227 358 homes, 357 low-income · 1 bd: 112 · 2 bd: 183 · 3 bd: 62 · In service since 2000 · For families · (317) 888-2805
- Hawthorne Place and Beechwood Gardens HUD-assisted 5244 E 32nd St, Indianapolis 46218 321 low-income homes · For families · (463) 274-3407
- Twin Hills and Blackburn Terrace HUD-assisted 3092 Baltimore Ave, Indianapolis 46218 347 homes, 307 low-income · For families · (317) 261-7317
- Twin Hills & Blackburn Tax credit (LIHTC) 3091 Baltimore Ave, Indianapolis 46218 307 low-income homes · 1 bd: 30 · 2 bd: 116 · 3 bd: 132 · 4 bd: 29 · In service since 2011 · For families
- Cambridge Square North HUD-assisted 2484 Stockbridge Dr, Indianapolis 46268 380 homes, 276 low-income · For older adults · (317) 299-7085
- PHOENIX APARTMENTS aka HUBBARD GARDENS HUD-assisted 4006 Meadows Dr, Indianapolis 46205 328 homes, 264 low-income · For families · (317) 542-8116
- The Lakes at Crossbridge Tax credit (LIHTC) 7925 Crossbridge Dr, Indianapolis 46226 252 low-income homes · 1 bd: 80 · 2 bd: 172 · In service since 2019
- Lugar Towers HUD-assisted 901 Fort Wayne Ave, Indianapolis 46202 298 homes, 246 low-income · For families · (317) 377-4868
- Nora Commons on the Monon Tax credit (LIHTC) 8801 Evergreen Ave, Indianapolis 46240 272 homes, 242 low-income · 1 bd: 82 · 2 bd: 190 · In service since 2007
- Nora Pines Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 8921 Compton St, Indianapolis 46240 254 homes, 241 low-income · 1 bd: 72 · 2 bd: 128 · 3 bd: 54 · In service since 2001
- Turtle Creek Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 8253 Harcourt Rd, Indianapolis 46260 262 homes, 233 low-income · Studio: 50 · 1 bd: 159 · 2 bd: 53 · In service since 2004 · For people with disabilities
- Charleston Bay II Tax credit (LIHTC) 5810 Lee Rd, Indianapolis 46216 254 homes, 231 low-income · 1 bd: 104 · 2 bd: 150 · In service since 2001
- Laurelwood & Rowney Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 3340 Teakwood Dr, Indianapolis 46227 231 low-income homes · 2 bd: 48 · 3 bd: 117 · 4 bd: 66 · In service since 2011 · For families · (317) 261-7234
- Carriage House Glendale HUD-assisted 2516 Tacoma Cir, Indianapolis 46220 204 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 257-8831
- Washington Pointe Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 625 Belhaven Dr, Indianapolis 46229 248 homes, 198 low-income · 1 bd: 48 · 2 bd: 114 · 3 bd: 62 · 4 bd: 24 · In service since 2006
- Waterfront Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3015 Rolling Dunes Dr, Indianapolis 46214 192 homes, 182 low-income · 1 bd: 64 · 2 bd: 88 · 3 bd: 40 · In service since 2001
- Concord Homes East Public housing 782 N Centennial St, Indianapolis 46222 171 low-income homes · Run by Indianapolis Housing Agency · Average payment: $388 a month · Average wait: 20 months · Homes at several sites · (317) 261-7200
- Stonekey Apartments HUD-assisted 1504 Renton St, Indianapolis 46203 170 homes, 168 low-income · For families · (317) 786-1411
- Pine Glen Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4259 Burkhart Dr, Indianapolis 46227 176 homes, 167 low-income · 1 bd: 92 · 2 bd: 80 · 3 bd: 4 · In service since 2006
- Parkview at Beech Grove Tax credit (LIHTC) 3641 Dandelion Ave, Indianapolis 46203 160 low-income homes · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 16 · 3 bd: 64 · 4 bd: 64 · In service since 1999
- Lakes of Georgetown Tax credit (LIHTC) 6335 Sandyside Dr S, Indianapolis 46268 208 homes, 152 low-income · 1 bd: 84 · 2 bd: 76 · 3 bd: 48 · In service since 2004
- The Steeples on Washington Tax credit (LIHTC) 3000 W Washington St, Indianapolis 46222 144 low-income homes · 1 bd: 48 · 2 bd: 72 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2012 · For families
- Canterbury House Apts - Mann Road Tax credit (LIHTC) 6505 Tanner Dr, Indianapolis 46221 156 homes, 138 low-income · 1 bd: 18 · 2 bd: 80 · 3 bd: 42 · 4 bd: 16 · In service since 2005 · For families
- Spruce Manor HUD-assisted 1840 Perkins Ave, Indianapolis 46203 140 homes, 138 low-income · For older adults · (317) 783-6615
- Troy Manor Cooperative I HUD-assisted 4562 W Perry St, Indianapolis 46241 136 homes, 134 low-income · For families · (317) 247-7323
- Churchill Ranch Tax credit (LIHTC) 8016 Louisville Way, Indianapolis 46226 134 homes, 132 low-income · 2 bd: 74 · 3 bd: 32 · 4 bd: 28 · In service since 1996
- Cloverleaf Apts Phase II Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 835 Cloverleaf Ter, Indianapolis 46241 194 homes, 131 low-income · For families · (317) 244-2441
- Lynhurst Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3201 S Lynhurst Dr, Indianapolis 46241 154 homes, 129 low-income · 1 bd: 30 · 2 bd: 68 · 3 bd: 40 · 4 bd: 16 · In service since 2007
- Cambridge Square Beech Grove HUD-assisted 333 Churchman Pl, Beech Grove 46107 126 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 788-4596
- Falcon Creek Place Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4301 Falcon Creek Blvd, Indianapolis 46254 131 homes, 125 low-income · 1 bd: 14 · 2 bd: 58 · 3 bd: 46 · 4 bd: 13 · In service since 2000
- Ritter Affordable Assisted Living - Oasis @ 30th Tax credit (LIHTC) 5651 E 30th St, Indianapolis 46218 124 low-income homes · 1 bd: 124 · In service since 2015 · For older adults
- Gardens of Greenbriar Apartments HUD-assisted 1344 Viburnum Dr, Indianapolis 46260 121 homes, 120 low-income · For older adults · (317) 253-1375
- Camby Crossing Tax credit (LIHTC) 7402 Camby Crossing Dr, Camby 46113 120 low-income homes · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 40 · 3 bd: 60 · In service since 2000
- Hanna Village Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4020 Hanna Village Dr, Indianapolis 46227 120 low-income homes · 1 bd: 48 · 2 bd: 56 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 1992
- Colonial Square Apartments HUD-assisted 5650 Renn Ln, Indianapolis 46254 206 homes, 119 low-income · For families · (317) 293-9598
- Valley Forge Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4350 Madison Ave, Indianapolis 46227 119 low-income homes · 1 bd: 36 · 2 bd: 64 · 3 bd: 19 · In service since 2008 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- Mount Zion Suburban Apartments, Inc. HUD-assisted 5260 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis 46228 118 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 251-8669
- Park Regency Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 8851 Colby Blvd, Indianapolis 46268 111 low-income homes · 1 bd: 103 · 2 bd: 8 · In service since 2007 · For older adults · (317) 875-5763
- Stratford Place Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 6050 Castleford Dr, Indianapolis 46203 120 homes, 106 low-income · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 62 · 3 bd: 36 · 4 bd: 14 · In service since 2004
- Colonial Park Tax credit (LIHTC) 4421 E Washington St, Indianapolis 46201 106 low-income homes · 1 bd: 80 · 2 bd: 26 · In service since 2020 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- Goodwin Plaza Apartments HUD-assisted 601 W Saint Clair St, Indianapolis 46202 101 homes, 100 low-income · For older adults · (317) 636-7218
- Bethany Village Apartments Indianapolis HUD-assisted 3554 Shelby St, Indianapolis 46227 100 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 783-7693
- Lawrence Glen Tax credit (LIHTC) 8633 E 46th St, Indianapolis 46226 100 low-income homes · 1 bd: 14 · 2 bd: 56 · 3 bd: 30 · In service since 2000
- Brownstone Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 3360 N Meridian St, Indianapolis 46208 95 low-income homes · Studio: 8 · 1 bd: 26 · 2 bd: 59 · 3 bd: 2 · In service since 2013 · For families · (317) 923-4357
- Bethel Townhomes Tax credit (LIHTC) 3102 Baltimore Ave, Indianapolis 46218 94 low-income homes · 2 bd: 64 · 3 bd: 30 · In service since 2004
- Cloverleaf Apartments III HUD-assisted 901 S Kiel Ave, Indianapolis 46241 94 low-income homes · For families · (317) 244-2441
- Emerson Place Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 5040 E 21st St, Indianapolis 46218 92 low-income homes · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 48 · 3 bd: 28 · In service since 2000
- Churchman Woods Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 5350 Churchman Ave, Indianapolis 46203 90 low-income homes · 1 bd: 32 · 2 bd: 58 · In service since 1996 · For older adults
- Georgetown Woods Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 5360 Georgetown Rd, Indianapolis 46254 90 low-income homes · 1 bd: 58 · 2 bd: 32 · In service since 1993 · For older adults
- Lakeview Village HUD-assisted 1130 N Norfolk St, Indianapolis 46224 90 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 244-5223
- 16 Park Apartments HUD-assisted 1622 Mondrian Pl, Indianapolis 46202 155 homes, 89 low-income · For families · (317) 923-5822
- Franklin Cove I Tax credit (LIHTC) 8505 Faywood Dr, Indianapolis 46239 85 low-income homes · 1 bd: 21 · 2 bd: 37 · 3 bd: 17 · 4 bd: 10 · In service since 2010 · For families
- Wyndham Hall at Wellington Tax credit (LIHTC) 1910 Wellesley Blvd, Indianapolis 46219 81 low-income homes · 1 bd: 61 · 2 bd: 20 · In service since 1997
- Northampton Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 3775 Allerton Pl, Indianapolis 46226 90 homes, 80 low-income · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 43 · 3 bd: 25 · 4 bd: 12 · In service since 2005 · For people with disabilities, people experiencing homelessness
- Pleasant Springs Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1902 Barth Ave, Indianapolis 46203 78 low-income homes · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 38 · 3 bd: 20 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 2005 · For people with disabilities
- Windsor Park II HUD-assisted 6764 Lambert St, Indianapolis 46241 77 low-income homes · For families · (317) 241-2809
- Walnut Ridge Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3347 N Emerson Ave, Indianapolis 46218 78 homes, 76 low-income · Studio: 8 · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 64 · In service since 2005 · For older adults, people with disabilities, people experiencing homelessness
- The Georgetown Tax credit (LIHTC) 3621 Bunker Hill Dr, Indianapolis 46205 76 low-income homes · 1 bd: 5 · 2 bd: 47 · 3 bd: 16 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 2009 · For families, people experiencing homelessness
- Enclave at Meridian Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3777 N Meridian St, Indianapolis 46208 75 low-income homes · Studio: 1 · 1 bd: 70 · 2 bd: 4 · In service since 2012 · For families
- Heritage Place at Parkview Tax credit (LIHTC) 9201 E 46th St, Indianapolis 46235 75 low-income homes · 1 bd: 30 · 2 bd: 41 · In service since 2010 · For older adults, people with disabilities, people experiencing homelessness
- Booth Manor Indianapolis HUD-assisted 4390 N High School Rd, Indianapolis 46254 75 homes, 74 low-income · For older adults · (317) 388-9445
- Cedar Commons HUD-assisted 7950 Harcourt Rd, Indianapolis 46260 74 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 875-5125
- Kenwood Place I HUD-assisted 105 W 23rd St, Indianapolis 46208 74 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 923-7702
- Florence Fay School Senior Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 2815 English Ave, Indianapolis 46201 73 low-income homes · Studio: 8 · 1 bd: 53 · 2 bd: 12 · In service since 2017 · For older adults
- Ahepa 232 Apartments I HUD-assisted 7355 Shadeland Station Way, Indianapolis 46256 72 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 849-5591
- Blue Mozingo Tax credit (LIHTC) 725 N Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis 46204 72 low-income homes · Studio: 55 · 1 bd: 17 · In service since 2020
- Lafayette Landing at Kessler Tax credit (LIHTC) 2333 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis 46222 72 low-income homes · 1 bd: 56 · 2 bd: 16 · In service since 2012 · For older adults
- Peppermill Farms HUD-assisted 6830 Mill View Dr, Indianapolis 46226 160 homes, 68 low-income · For families · (317) 545-6061
- Constitution Gardens Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 3433 Central Ave, Indianapolis 46205 72 homes, 68 low-income · 1 bd: 32 · 2 bd: 15 · 3 bd: 17 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 2008 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness · (317) 925-5688
- 1010 Central Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1010 Central Ave, Indianapolis 46202 68 low-income homes · 1 bd: 54 · 2 bd: 14 · In service since 2012 · For families
- Fall Creek Village I HUD-assisted 3515 N Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis 46205 67 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 925-5558
- Thirty-Four North Tax credit (LIHTC) 3420 N Meridian St, Indianapolis 46208 67 low-income homes · Studio: 5 · 1 bd: 26 · 2 bd: 15 · 3 bd: 14 · 4 bd: 7 · In service since 2010 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- Eagledale Senior Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 2930 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis 46222 65 low-income homes · Studio: 6 · 1 bd: 53 · 2 bd: 6 · In service since 2017 · For older adults
- New Parkwoods III Tax credit (LIHTC) 3615 Sherman Forest Dr, Indianapolis 46205 76 homes, 64 low-income · 2 bd: 38 · 3 bd: 29 · 4 bd: 9 · In service since 2007
- Franklin Cove II Tax credit (LIHTC) 3615 S Franklin Rd, Indianapolis 46239 64 low-income homes · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 32 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 2014 · For families
- Minnie Hartmann Center Tax credit (LIHTC) 3734 E Vermont St, Indianapolis 46201 64 low-income homes · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 54 · In service since 2019 · For older adults
- Illinois Street Senior Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 1352 N Illinois St, Indianapolis 46202 63 low-income homes · Studio: 6 · 1 bd: 43 · 2 bd: 14 · In service since 2016 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- The Retreat on Washington Tax credit (LIHTC) 3100 Ohio Street, Indianapolis 46222 62 low-income homes · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 38 · In service since 2015 · For older adults
- Concord Homes Tax credit (LIHTC) 3125 Concord Ct, Indianapolis 46222 61 low-income homes · 1 bd: 4 · 2 bd: 11 · 3 bd: 38 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 2000
- Mount Zion Apartments HUD-assisted 3655 Boulevard Pl, Indianapolis 46208 61 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 923-1523
- Beech Grove Senior Tax credit (LIHTC) 240 Buckley Dr, Beech Grove 46107 60 low-income homes · 2 bd: 60 · In service since 2016 · For older adults
- Four Seasons at Hawthorne II Tax credit (LIHTC) 2205 N Hawthorne Ln, Indianapolis 46218 60 low-income homes · 2 bd: 60 · In service since 2010 · For older adults, people with disabilities, people experiencing homelessness
- German Church Senior Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 11000 E Washington St, Indianapolis 46229 60 low-income homes · 2 bd: 60 · In service since 2020 · For older adults
- Lawrence Senior Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 8301 E 46th St, Lawrence 46226 60 low-income homes · 1 bd: 48 · 2 bd: 12 · In service since 2016 · For older adults
- Rink Savoy Tax credit (LIHTC) 401 N Illinois St, Indianapolis 46204 60 low-income homes · 1 bd: 51 · 2 bd: 9 · In service since 2007
- Point on Fall Creek Tax credit (LIHTC) 2855 E 45th St, Indianapolis 46205 59 low-income homes · 1 bd: 38 · 2 bd: 21 · In service since 2013 · For families
- Canterbury House Apts I (indianapolis) Tax credit (LIHTC) 7955 Kingsmead Dr, Indianapolis 46226 64 homes, 56 low-income · 1 bd: 5 · 2 bd: 32 · 3 bd: 21 · 4 bd: 6 · In service since 2003
- New Parkwoods II-B LP Tax credit (LIHTC) 3615 Sherman Forest Dr, Indianapolis 46205 64 homes, 56 low-income · 2 bd: 32 · 3 bd: 26 · 4 bd: 6 · In service since 2007
- Red Maple Grove Iib Tax credit (LIHTC) 2901 E Tabor St, Indianapolis 46203 65 homes, 55 low-income · 1 bd: 4 · 2 bd: 37 · 3 bd: 17 · 4 bd: 7 · In service since 2008 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- Brokenburr Iia Tax credit (LIHTC) 2901 E Tabor St, Indianapolis 46203 60 homes, 53 low-income · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 27 · 3 bd: 19 · 4 bd: 6 · In service since 2007
- Four Seasons at Hawthorne Tax credit (LIHTC) 2115 N Hawthorne Ln, Indianapolis 46218 60 homes, 53 low-income · 2 bd: 60 · In service since 2006
- Green Park Terrace HUD-assisted 110 E Meridian School Rd, Indianapolis 46227 54 homes, 53 low-income · For older adults · (317) 859-8333
- New Parkwoods II-A Tax credit (LIHTC) 3615 Sherman Forest Dr, Indianapolis 46205 60 homes, 52 low-income · 2 bd: 32 · 3 bd: 22 · 4 bd: 6 · In service since 2006
- Carpenter Apartments HUD-assisted 222 E Michigan St, Indianapolis 46204 52 low-income homes · For families · (317) 423-2575
- Ahepa 232 Apartments II HUD-assisted 7355 Shadeland Station Way, Indianapolis 46256 50 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 849-5591
- Ahepa 232 Apartments III HUD-assisted 5685 Eden Village Dr, Indianapolis 46254 50 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 291-5729
- Amber Woods Cooperative I HUD-assisted 10067 John Marshall Dr, Indianapolis 46235 50 low-income homes · For families · (317) 899-7550
- Amber Woods Cooperative II HUD-assisted 10161 John Marshall Dr, Indianapolis 46235 50 low-income homes · For families · (317) 899-7550
- Amber Woods Cooperative III HUD-assisted 10203 John, Indianapolis 46235 50 low-income homes · For families · (317) 899-7550
- Amber Woods Cooperative IV HUD-assisted 10202 John Jay Dr, Indianapolis 46235 50 low-income homes · For families · (317) 899-7550
- Amber Woods Cooperative V HUD-assisted 10202 John Jay Dr, Indianapolis 46235 50 low-income homes · For families · (317) 899-7550
- Amber Woods Cooperative Vi HUD-assisted 10166 John Jay Dr, Indianapolis 46235 50 low-income homes · For families · (317) 899-7550
- Amber Woods Cooperative Vii HUD-assisted 10180 John Jay Dr, Indianapolis 46235 50 low-income homes · For families · (317) 899-7550
- Bishop T Garrott Benjamin JR Living Center HUD-assisted 4750 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis 46228 50 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 257-1000
- Byrne Court Apartments HUD-assisted 1411 E Market St, Indianapolis 46201 50 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 632-7204
- Emma O. Johnson Homes HUD-assisted 819 Edgemont Ave, Indianapolis 46208 50 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 396-1504
- Mapleton Properties Tax credit (LIHTC) 3028 Ruckle St, Indianapolis 46205 50 low-income homes · 2 bd: 4 · 3 bd: 44 · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 2011 · For families
- Tibbs Court Tax credit (LIHTC) 706 King Ave, Indianapolis 46222 50 low-income homes · 2 bd: 2 · 3 bd: 38 · 4 bd: 11 · In service since 1998
- University Center HUD-assisted 1801 Broadway St, Indianapolis 46202 50 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 924-0311
- Villa at Sacred Heart HUD-assisted 1501 S Meridian St, Indianapolis 46225 50 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 632-8944
- Woods at Senior Living HUD-assisted 7406 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis 46268 50 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 845-3410
- Capitol Station HUD-assisted 7828 Madison Ave, Indianapolis 46227 100 homes, 49 low-income · For older adults · (317) 889-8546
- Abbey Apartments HUD-assisted 4012 Mann Rd, Indianapolis 46221 50 homes, 49 low-income · For older adults · (317) 821-1903
- Bishop Joseph D Farris Living Center HUD-assisted 4025 N Sherman Dr, Indianapolis 46226 50 homes, 49 low-income · For older adults · (317) 546-5020
- Farrell Bell Senior Housing Apartments HUD-assisted 4005 N Franklin Rd, Indianapolis 46226 50 homes, 49 low-income · For older adults · (317) 897-0817
- Georgetown Station HUD-assisted 6702 Georgetown Rd, Indianapolis 46268 50 homes, 49 low-income · For older adults · (317) 329-4072
- Hickory Grove HUD-assisted 9750 E 25th St, Indianapolis 46229 50 homes, 49 low-income · For older adults · (317) 895-1690
- Jackson-Peoples Senior Living Center HUD-assisted 3901 Lesley Ave, Indianapolis 46226 50 homes, 49 low-income · For older adults · (317) 549-1520
- The Meridian Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 1 E 36th St, Indianapolis 46205 49 low-income homes · Studio: 1 · 1 bd: 9 · 2 bd: 39 · In service since 2015 · For families
- Sherman Forest East Tax credit (LIHTC) 3517 E 39th St, Indianapolis 46205 54 homes, 48 low-income · 2 bd: 27 · 3 bd: 21 · 4 bd: 6 · In service since 2005
- Franklin School Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2801 N Capitol Ave, Indianapolis 46208 48 low-income homes · Studio: 8 · 1 bd: 27 · 2 bd: 13 · In service since 2003
- Morton School Senior Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 2101 N College Ave, Indianapolis 46202 48 low-income homes · Studio: 6 · 1 bd: 38 · 2 bd: 4 · In service since 2016 · For older adults
- New Life Manor HUD-assisted 1030 N Beville Ave, Indianapolis 46201 48 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 638-7542
- Stetson Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 703 E 30th St, Indianapolis 46205 47 low-income homes · 1 bd: 29 · 2 bd: 18 · In service since 2009 · For older adults, people with disabilities, people experiencing homelessness
- Lawrence Village Senior Residence Tax credit (LIHTC) 9115 Hawkins Rd, Indianapolis 46216 45 low-income homes · 1 bd: 25 · 2 bd: 20 · In service since 2012 · For older adults
- Retreat Cooperative HUD-assisted 7151 Rue De Margot Dr, Indianapolis 46260 72 homes, 44 low-income · For families · (317) 293-7984
- Group Homes HUD-assisted 6855 Township Line Rd, Indianapolis 46260 44 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (317) 251-8453
- Museum Park Tax credit (LIHTC) 950 W 26th St, Indianapolis 46208 44 low-income homes · 3 bd: 40 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 2008 · For families
- Stonegate Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1226 N Illinois St, Indianapolis 46202 53 homes, 43 low-income · Studio: 1 · 1 bd: 9 · 2 bd: 28 · 3 bd: 15 · In service since 2003
- Willow Glen South Apts. I HUD-assisted 4880 Willow Glen Dr, Beech Grove 46107 202 homes, 42 low-income · For families · (317) 783-5000
- Canterbury House Apts II (indianapolis) Tax credit (LIHTC) 7955 Kingsmead Dr, Indianapolis 46226 46 homes, 40 low-income · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 22 · 3 bd: 12 · 4 bd: 6 · In service since 2006
- Opportunities Park Apartments HUD-assisted 2504 E 28th St, Indianapolis 46218 40 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 924-3660
- Red Maple Grove I Tax credit (LIHTC) 2901 E Tabor St, Indianapolis 46203 40 low-income homes · 2 bd: 20 · 3 bd: 16 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 2005
- Wexford on the Park Tax credit (LIHTC) 38 Miley Ave, Indianapolis 46222 40 low-income homes · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 16 · In service since 2011 · For older adults
- Parker Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 18 S Parker Ave, Indianapolis 46201 39 low-income homes · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 23 · In service since 2019
- William Penn Commons Tax credit (LIHTC) 1925 Westview Dr, Indianapolis 46221 39 low-income homes · Studio: 1 · 1 bd: 38 · In service since 1997
- Georgetown Apartments HUD-assisted 3601 Bunker Hill Dr, Indianapolis 46205 90 homes, 37 low-income · For families
- Davlan Tax credit (LIHTC) 430 Massachusetts Ave, Indianapolis 46204 50 homes, 36 low-income · 1 bd: 18 · 2 bd: 18 · In service since 2000
- Indyeast Homes Tax credit (LIHTC) 2236 E 10th St, Indianapolis 46201 36 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 9 · 3 bd: 24 · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 2019 · For families
- Grandville Cooperative III HUD-assisted 1937 Earhart St, Indianapolis 46203 52 homes, 35 low-income · For families · (317) 783-7672
- Coburn Place Safehaven Tax credit (LIHTC) 604 E 38th St, Indianapolis 46205 35 low-income homes · Studio: 15 · 2 bd: 20 · In service since 2009 · For families
- Hopeside Senior Community II Tax credit (LIHTC) 1915 E 25th St, Indianapolis 46218 35 low-income homes · 2 bd: 35 · In service since 2011 · For older adults
- Pilgrim Heritage Estates Tax credit (LIHTC) 1015 W 31st St, Indianapolis 46208 34 low-income homes · Studio: 5 · 1 bd: 27 · 2 bd: 2 · In service since 1997
- M-B Infill II Tax credit (LIHTC) 2855 N Keystone Ave, Indianapolis 46218 33 low-income homes · 3 bd: 33 · In service since 2001
- Seminole Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 920 N Alabama St, Indianapolis 46202 33 low-income homes · 1 bd: 33 · In service since 1998
- Grandville Cooperative II HUD-assisted 3520 Calhoun St, Indianapolis 46203 52 homes, 32 low-income · For families · (317) 783-7672
- East Street Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2760 S East St, Indianapolis 46225 36 homes, 32 low-income · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 14 · 3 bd: 14 · In service since 2002
- 707 E North ST Tax credit (LIHTC) 707 E North St, Indianapolis 46202 32 low-income homes · 1 bd: 5 · 2 bd: 27 · In service since 2010 · For families
- Southside Partners I Tax credit (LIHTC) 1925 Westview Dr, Indianapolis 46221 31 low-income homes · 3 bd: 23 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 1999
- Southside Partners II Tax credit (LIHTC) 2416 Oliver Ave, Indianapolis 46221 31 low-income homes · 2 bd: 3 · 3 bd: 18 · 4 bd: 10 · In service since 2001
- Christamore Court Tax credit (LIHTC) 2330 W Michigan St, Indianapolis 46222 34 homes, 30 low-income · 1 bd: 17 · 2 bd: 17 · In service since 2005 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Andrews Gardens Apartments HUD-assisted 3655 Boulevard Pl, Indianapolis 46208 30 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 923-1523
- Helen Louise Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 5822 E Washington St, Indianapolis 46219 30 low-income homes · 1 bd: 30 · In service since 2019 · For families
- Oxford Place Senior Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 2913 E Washington St, Indianapolis 46201 30 low-income homes · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 20 · In service since 2016 · For older adults
- Staughton Senior Community Tax credit (LIHTC) 5915 Staughton Dr, Indianapolis 46226 30 low-income homes · 1 bd: 30 · In service since 2011 · For older adults
- The Union at Thomas Gregg Tax credit (LIHTC) 2407 E Michigan St, Indianapolis 46201 30 low-income homes · 2 bd: 20 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 2020 · For families
- Hopeside Senior Community Tax credit (LIHTC) 2005 E 25th St, Indianapolis 46218 35 homes, 29 low-income · 2 bd: 35 · In service since 2008 · For older adults, people with disabilities, people experiencing homelessness
- Lakeview Village II HUD-assisted 1130 N Norfolk St, Indianapolis 46224 26 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 244-5223
- Oxford Terrace Homes III Tax credit (LIHTC) 5360 Georgetown Rd, Indianapolis 46254 26 low-income homes · 3 bd: 26 · In service since 1993
- Woodlake Apartments of Indianapolis HUD-assisted 7429 Mallard Ct, Indianapolis 46260 250 homes, 25 low-income · For families · (317) 259-7436
- Martin Luther King Homes Tax credit (LIHTC) 3775 Allerton Pl, Indianapolis 46226 25 low-income homes · 3 bd: 22 · 4 bd: 3 · In service since 2003
- Foxhill Manor Apartments HUD-assisted 2339 Fox Hill Ct, Indianapolis 46228 72 homes, 24 low-income · For families · (317) 255-6255
- Conner House HUD-assisted 3445 Bethel Ave, Indianapolis 46203 24 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (317) 782-3051
- Ellis Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 3472 N Illinois St, Indianapolis 46208 24 low-income homes · 1 bd: 24 · In service since 2019 · For families
- Englewood Lofts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1249 N Alabama St, Indianapolis 46202 24 low-income homes · 1 bd: 15 · 2 bd: 9 · In service since 2014 · For families
- Fountain Flats HUD-assisted 1022 Hosbrook St, Indianapolis 46203 24 low-income homes · For families · (317) 917-1053
- Grandville Cooperative I HUD-assisted 3520 Calhoun St, Indianapolis 46203 52 homes, 23 low-income · For families · (317) 783-7672
- Kenwood Place II HUD-assisted 2350 N Illinois St, Indianapolis 46208 28 homes, 23 low-income · For older adults · (317) 923-7702
- Burton Apts II Tax credit (LIHTC) 821 N Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis 46204 23 low-income homes · Studio: 23 · In service since 2012 · For families
- Mount Paran Square Apartments HUD-assisted 3475 Boulevard Pl, Indianapolis 46208 23 low-income homes · For older adults · (317) 924-3064
- Penn Street Tower Tax credit (LIHTC) 115 N Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis 46204 22 low-income homes · 1 bd: 14 · 2 bd: 8 · In service since 2015 · For people with disabilities, families
- Brookside Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1002 N Beville Ave, Indianapolis 46201 24 homes, 20 low-income · Studio: 9 · 1 bd: 15 · In service since 2008 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- Tremont Terrace Apartments HUD-assisted 3112 W Vermont St, Indianapolis 46222 21 homes, 20 low-income · For people with disabilities · (317) 767-1427
- Lakeview Terrace Cooperative III HUD-assisted 2170 Lake Terrace Dr, Indianapolis 46229 90 homes, 18 low-income · For families · (317) 898-2400
- Lakeview Terrace Cooperative IV HUD-assisted 2170 Lake Terrace Dr, Indianapolis 46229 90 homes, 18 low-income · For families · (317) 898-2400
- Penn Place Public housing 1415 N Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis 46202 38 homes, 18 low-income · Run by Indianapolis Housing Agency · Average payment: $294 a month · Homes at several sites · (317) 261-7200
- Jefferson Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2201 E 10th St, Indianapolis 46201 17 low-income homes · 1 bd: 4 · 2 bd: 9 · 3 bd: 4 · In service since 2010 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- Phoenix II HUD-assisted 406 E 13th St, Indianapolis 46202 16 low-income homes · For families · (317) 730-0930
- Woods at Crooked Creek HUD-assisted 7402 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis 46268 15 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (317) 845-3410
- Troy Manor Cooperative II HUD-assisted 4438 Denniston Ter, Indianapolis 46241 74 homes, 14 low-income · For families · (317) 247-7323
- Troy Manor Cooperative III HUD-assisted 4562 W Perry St, Indianapolis 46241 68 homes, 14 low-income · For families · (317) 247-7323
- National Place Apartments HUD-assisted 1810 National Ave, Indianapolis 46227 14 low-income homes · For people with disabilities
- Guerin Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 530 N Rural St, Indianapolis 46201 19 homes, 13 low-income · Studio: 4 · 1 bd: 9 · In service since 1995
- Southwood Cooperative I & II HUD-assisted 8102 Rexmill Dr, Indianapolis 46227 116 homes, 11 low-income · For families · (317) 888-8174
- Passage Indy HUD-assisted 57 N Rural St, Indianapolis 46201 8 low-income homes · (317) 210-0192
- East Terrace Project Tax credit (LIHTC) 739 Terrace Ave, Indianapolis 46203 1 low-income home · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 1990
- Meadowlark Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 9426 E 44th St, Indianapolis 46235 354 homes
- Lugar Tower Tax credit (LIHTC) 921 Fort Wayne Ave, Indianapolis 46202 300 homes
- Forest Ridge Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 7653 Woodmore Trce, Indianapolis 46260 218 homes · In service since 2007
- Brookhaven at County Line Tax credit (LIHTC) 945 Cloudy Wing Dr, Indianapolis 46227 161 homes
- Amber Woods Tax credit (LIHTC) 10059 John Marshall Dr, Indianapolis 46235 149 homes
- 16 Park Tax credit (LIHTC) 1626 Broadway St, Indianapolis 46202 122 homes
- Preston Pointe Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 5902 E 12th St, Indianapolis 46219 75 homes
- Lincoln Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 530 N Holmes Ave, Indianapolis 46222 74 homes
- Trail Side on Mass Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 875 Massachusetts Ave, Indianapolis 46204 67 homes
- National Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2115 Yandes St, Indianapolis 46202 58 homes
- Clifton Square Tax credit (LIHTC) 1100 W 30th St, Indianapolis 46208 57 homes
- Lynhurst Park Apts II Tax credit (LIHTC) 4930 Wicks Dr, Indianapolis 46241 56 homes
- Illinois Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 3245 N Illinois St, Indianapolis 46208 50 homes
- Glenn Howard Manor Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 605 W 27th St, Indianapolis 46208 48 homes
- Irving Green Tax credit (LIHTC) 5855 E Washington St, Indianapolis 46219 48 homes
- 800 N Capitol Tax credit (LIHTC) 800 N Capitol Ave, Indianapolis 46204 45 homes
- Barton Complex Tax credit (LIHTC) 210 E Michigan St, Indianapolis 46204 38 homes · Studio: 10 · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 2006
- Clifford Corners Tax credit (LIHTC) 3101 E 10th St, Indianapolis 46201 32 homes
- ST Clair Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 945 N Keystone Ave, Indianapolis 46201 32 homes
- 1733 Meridian Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1733 N Meridian St, Indianapolis 46202 24 homes
- The Commonwealth Tax credit (LIHTC) 23 N Rural St, Indianapolis 46201 24 homes
- Indiana Housing & Community Dev Authority HUD-assisted 30 S Meridian St, Indianapolis 46204 (317) 232-7777
- Indiana Housing and Community Development Authori HUD-assisted 30 S Meridian St, Indianapolis 46204 (317) 232-7777
- Washington Pointe Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 601 Washington Pt Dr, Indianapolis 46229 In service since 2000
7 properties have two programs at the same address and appear once. Search HUD's map
Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.
Section 8
The Section 8 voucher in Marion County
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. Your public housing agency runs it. 2 agencies serve in Marion County. Here is what the rules say:
The rules, with their source
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You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
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Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
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Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
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If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
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When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
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Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)
| People | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low |
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| 1 person | $23,200 | $38,650 | $61,800 |
| 2 people | $26,500 | $44,150 | $70,600 |
| 3 people | $29,800 | $49,650 | $79,450 |
| 4 people | $33,100 | $55,150 | $88,250 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $59,600 | $95,350 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $64,000 | $102,400 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $68,400 | $109,450 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $72,800 | $116,500 |
Area median income: $110,300. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: Indianapolis-Carmel, IN HUD Metro FMR Area. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Possible payment standard
- Studio $1,068 – $1,306
- 1 bedroom $1,202 – $1,470
- 2 bedrooms $1,382 – $1,690
- 3 bedrooms $1,792 – $2,190
- 4 bedrooms $2,183 – $2,668
The range the rule allows: 90% to 110% of the county's fair market rent. Your agency publishes its own.
Housing agencies that serve this place
- Indianapolis Housing Agency Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 9,042 vouchers · 582 public housing units (317) 261-7200 Indianapolis Housing Agency: execdir@indyhousing.org
- Indiana Housing and Community Development Au Section 8 vouchers · 6,684 vouchers (317) 232-7788 Indiana Housing and Community Development Au: section8@ihcda.in.gov
Housing agencies in Indiana Source: HUD, Retrieved November 6, 2026
Your rights as a tenant in Indiana
What Indiana law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.
See your rights, rule by ruleCompare these rules with other states →
A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.
- When must they return my deposit?
- 45 days
- Ind. Code §32-31-3-12(a)
- If I fall behind on rent, what notice must I get?
- 10 days
- Ind. Code §32-31-1-6
- How much notice before a rent increase?
- 30 days
- Ind. Code §32-31-5-4
- Only a court order can remove youInd. Code §32-31-5-6(c)
- Protection from retaliationInd. Code §32-31-8.5-5
Help
Where to get help with rent in Marion County
These HUD-approved agencies have offices in Marion County. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership
2690 N Meridian St, Indianapolis · Spanish
- Budget and financial counseling
- Budget and credit workshops
- and 2 more
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Intend Indiana, Inc
1704 Bellefontaine St, Indianapolis · Spanish
- Pre-purchase counseling
- Homebuyer education workshops
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Habitat for Humanity of Greater Indianapolis
3135 N Meridian St, Indianapolis
- Budget and financial counseling
- Budget and credit workshops
- and 2 more
Tool
How much cash do you need to move in?
It starts with the 2-bedroom fair market rent in Marion County. Change the rent, the deposit and the fees to yours: the numbers stay in your browser.
Count power on top of the rent: in Indiana, the average home bill was $133 a month in 2024 (EIA). See electricity and gas costs
Your move
We use the place's fair market rent and the state's deposit rule.
Adjust advanced details
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Cash to move in
$3,072
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $1,536
- Security deposit
- $1,536
- Total
- $3,072
When you'll have it
Enter what you can set aside each month to see how long it takes.
What helps
- Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
- On move-in day, walk through the home and take dated photos.
- Never send money for a home you haven't seen or a lease you haven't read.
This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fair market rent in Marion County?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $1,187; 1 bedroom: $1,336; 2 bedrooms: $1,536; 3 bedrooms: $1,991; 4 bedrooms: $2,425. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Marion County?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($1,536) without spending more than 30% of income takes $29.54 an hour full time, or $61,440 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Marion County?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $55,150 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.
How much does Section 8 pay in Marion County?
The voucher pays up to your housing agency's payment standard, minus your share. The rule lets the agency set it between 90% and 110% of the fair market rent: for 2 bedrooms here, between $1,382 and $1,690 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in Marion County?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,310 in 46201 to $2,300 in 46278. Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses.
How many low-income apartments are there in Marion County?
HUD lists 214 properties with homes for low-income households in Marion County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.
How many households spend too much on rent in Marion County?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Marion County, 51% of renter households are in that position; in Indiana, 48%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).