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Gary Nsa V — Income-Restricted Housing in Gary, IN 46402

775 Virginia, Gary, IN 46402

Section 8

119 units · 1–3 BR

Leasing office: (219) 886-2440Directions

How to apply

  1. Call the leasing office at (219) 886-2440 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
  2. These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.

At this building

Opened
1984
Bedrooms
89 1 bedroom · 15 2 bedrooms · 15 3 bedrooms
HUD inspection
HUD inspection score: 85/100 (Nov 2025) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.

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Rents and income limits in 46402

Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
$1,260/mo
Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
$50,400/yr
Renters in 46402 paying 30% or more of income on rent
59%

Income limits (2026)

Gary, IN area · median family income $100,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.

PeopleExtremely low 30%Very low 50%Low 80%
1$21,200$35,350$56,500
2$24,200$40,400$64,600
3$27,320$45,450$72,650
4$33,000$50,450$80,700
5$38,680$54,500$87,200
6$44,360$58,550$93,650
7$50,040$62,600$100,100
8$55,720$66,600$106,550

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.

Size46402Wider area
Studio$980$1,117
1 bedroom$1,040$1,176
2 bedrooms$1,260$1,429
3 bedrooms$1,530$1,739
4 bedrooms$1,670$1,898

Wider area = Gary, IN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,140 (46312) to $1,550 (46322).

Census figures for 46402 (2020–2024 average): median rent $951. Median household income $33,529. 57% of homes are rented. 59% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 31% 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 46402's fair market rent.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply to Gary Nsa V?

Call (219) 886-2440 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Gary Nsa V in Gary, IN 46402. These records do not show openings.

Is Gary Nsa V Section 8 housing?

Gary Nsa V is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.

How many units are at Gary Nsa V?

Public records list 119 units at Gary Nsa V in Gary, IN 46402. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.

Are there other affordable apartments near Gary Nsa V?

Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 46402 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 Gary Nsa V?

Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Gary Nsa V in Gary, IN 46402. 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 Gary, IN 46402?

Most income-restricted buildings in Gary, IN 46402 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 $35,350, and $50,450 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($56,500 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 Gary, IN 46402?

For many programs in Gary, IN 46402, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $35,350 a year for 1 person and $50,450 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $56,500 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 Gary, IN 46402?

In public housing and most Section 8 in Gary, IN 46402, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Gary, IN 46402 is $1,260 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 Gary Nsa V take Section 8 vouchers?

Gary Nsa V is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.

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.