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Housing Authority of South Bend

Name: Housing Authority of South Bend
Address: 501 Alonzo Watson Dr, South Bend, IN, 46601, US
Telephone: 5742359346

501 Alonzo Watson Dr, South Bend, IN, 46601

Information verified July 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 39 min ago

About This Property

The Housing Authority of South Bend operates 2,949 units of public housing in St. Joseph County, Indiana. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently open for applications. The authority provides rental assistance and housing options for eligible residents in the South Bend area.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Multiple

Eligibility is based on annual gross income, qualifying as elderly, a person with a disability, or as a family, and US citizenship or eligible immigration status. For a family of four, the very low income limit (50% AMI) is $44,000 per year.

Last verified March 1, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

HASB has no open Housing Choice Voucher Program Wait Lists. Applications were accepted electronically during March 14-16, 2023. The HA accepted only the forecasted number of applications that could be processed in a two-year period.

Last verified March 2, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated July 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

2949

Fair Market Rent - St. Joseph County, IN

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$689
1 Bedroom	$862
2 Bedroom	$1,017
3 Bedroom	$1,267
4 Bedroom	$1,354

Income Limits - St. Joseph County, IN

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $15,450
Very Low (50%): $25,750
Low (80%): $41,200

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,650
Very Low (50%): $29,400
Low (80%): $47,050

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $33,100
Low (80%): $52,950

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $36,750
Low (80%): $58,800

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $39,700
Low (80%): $63,550

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $42,650
Low (80%): $68,250

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $45,600
Low (80%): $72,950

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $48,550
Low (80%): $77,650

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$15,450	$25,750	$41,200
2 Persons	$17,650	$29,400	$47,050
3 Persons	$21,960	$33,100	$52,950
4 Persons	$26,500	$36,750	$58,800
5 Persons	$31,040	$39,700	$63,550
6 Persons	$35,580	$42,650	$68,250
7 Persons	$40,120	$45,600	$72,950
8 Persons	$44,660	$48,550	$77,650

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in South Bend, IN?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for St. Joseph County, IN is: $689 (Studio), $862 (1BR), $1017 (2BR), $1267 (3BR), $1354 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of South Bend is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Housing Authority of South Bend have?+

Housing Authority of South Bend has a total of 2949 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in St. Joseph County, IN?+

For a 4-person household in St. Joseph County, IN, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $36,750, Low Income (80% AMI): $58,800. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of South Bend?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of South Bend?+

Housing Authority of South Bend is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5742359346, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

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