Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Somerville, IN 47683
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 47683 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Somerville, IN 47683. 4 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 47683
Oakland City
1105 W Morton St, Oakland City, IN 47660
3.9 mi away
24 units · 1 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rainwood Apartments
600 S. Hull Street, Ft. Branch, IN 47648
10.7 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Tower Multifamily Portfolio
Scattered Sites, Scattered, IN 47670
10.9 mi away
200 units · 1–3 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Brumfield Place
400 N Ford St, Princeton, IN 47670
11.3 mi away
24 units · 2–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Ginger Hills
410 Factory Street, Winslow, IN 47598
11.4 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Lincoln Center Apartments
510 E Walnut St, Princeton, IN 47670
11.5 mi away
12 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Indiana Senior Portfolio
323 South Main Street, Princeton, IN 47670
11.6 mi away
112 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Prince Street Cottages
200 Block of S Prince St, Princeton, IN 47670
11.6 mi away
36 units · 34 income-restricted
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 47683
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,070/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,800/yr
Income limits (2026)
Gibson County, IN area · median family income $92,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,350 | $32,200 | $51,550 |
| 2 | $22,100 | $36,800 | $58,900 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $41,400 | $66,250 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $46,000 | $73,600 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $49,700 | $79,500 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $53,400 | $85,400 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $57,050 | $91,300 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $60,750 | $97,200 |
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 | 47683 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $810 | $822 |
| 1 bedroom | $820 | $828 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,070 | $1,083 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,350 | $1,364 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,500 | $1,524 |
Wider area = Gibson County, IN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (47619) to $1,200 (47649).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 47683's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 47683Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Somerville, IN 47683?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Somerville, IN 47683, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Somerville, IN 47683 have openings?
These lists for Somerville, IN 47683 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Somerville, IN 47683?
Use the phone number on each building card in Somerville, IN 47683. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Somerville, IN 47683?
In Somerville, IN 47683, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 47683?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 47683 right now. 4 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 47683?
Yes — this page also lists 4 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Somerville, IN 47683 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Somerville, IN 47683?
Most income-restricted buildings in Somerville, IN 47683 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 $32,200, and $46,000 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($51,550 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 Somerville, IN 47683?
For many programs in Somerville, IN 47683, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $32,200 a year for 1 person and $46,000 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $51,550 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Somerville, IN 47683?
There is no single waiting list for Somerville, IN 47683. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Somerville, IN 47683?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Somerville, IN 47683?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Somerville, IN 47683, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Somerville, IN 47683 is $1,070 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Somerville, IN 47683?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Somerville, IN 47683. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Somerville, IN 47683?
This page may still list buildings in Somerville, IN 47683 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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