Armory - 2 — Income-Restricted Housing in Columbus, IN 47201
646 Franklin St, Columbus, IN 47201
25 units · Studio–1 BR
How to apply
- No phone is listed. Try visiting the property or asking the city housing office how to apply.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1996
- Bedrooms
- 4 Studio · 21 1 bedroom
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Heritage Woods
222 Sycamore St, Columbus, IN 47201
0.4 mi away
157 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Columbus Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 59 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Booth Manor Columbus
2525 Illinois Ave, Columbus, IN 47201
1.5 mi away
20 units · 19 income-restricted · 1 BR
Heritage Woods Phase II
801 McClure Rd, Columbus, IN 47201
1.6 mi away
22 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Rents and income limits in 47201
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,560/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $62,400/yr
- Renters in 47201 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 41%
Income limits (2026)
Columbus, IN area · median family income $94,200. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,450 | $34,050 | $54,400 |
| 2 | $23,350 | $38,900 | $62,200 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,700 | $69,950 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,450 | $83,950 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,350 | $90,150 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,250 | $96,350 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,150 | $102,600 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 47201 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,320 | $1,261 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,330 | $1,276 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,560 | $1,493 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,860 | $1,779 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,230 | $2,126 |
Wider area = Columbus, IN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,280 (47247) to $1,580 (47280).
Census figures for 47201 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,186. Median household income $83,958. 37% of homes are rented. 41% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 21% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 47201's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 47201Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Armory - 2?
No phone is listed for Armory - 2. Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is Armory - 2 Section 8 housing?
Armory - 2 is listed as income-restricted housing in Columbus, IN 47201 (lihtc). It is not labeled as project-based Section 8 in this file. Call to ask which programs they run.
How many units are at Armory - 2?
Public records list 25 units at Armory - 2 in Columbus, IN 47201. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Armory - 2?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 47201 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Armory - 2?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Armory - 2 in Columbus, IN 47201. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Columbus, IN 47201?
Most income-restricted buildings in Columbus, IN 47201 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $34,050, and $48,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($54,400 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Columbus, IN 47201?
For many programs in Columbus, IN 47201, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,050 a year for 1 person and $48,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $54,400 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Columbus, IN 47201?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Columbus, IN 47201, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Columbus, IN 47201 is $1,560 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Armory - 2 take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Armory - 2 has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Columbus, IN 47201 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Armory - 2.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.