Bartholomew County, IN
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,233/mo | $1,110 – $1,356/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,257/mo | $1,131 – $1,383/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,415/mo | $1,274 – $1,557/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,697/mo | $1,527 – $1,867/mo |
| 4 BR | $2,000/mo | $1,800 – $2,200/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Bartholomew County, IN (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Bartholomew County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Bartholomew County
- Columbus Housing Authority
799 McClure Rd, Columbus, IN, 47201 · 8123780005
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Bartholomew County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $34,050 |
| 2 people | $38,900 |
| 3 people | $43,700 |
| 4 people | $48,550 |
| 5 people | $52,450 |
| 6 people | $56,350 |
| 7 people | $60,250 |
| 8 people | $64,150 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Bartholomew County
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
VIVERA SENIOR LIVING OF COLUMBUS
1971 STATE ST, COLUMBUS, IN, 47201114 income-restricted units52 studio, 62 1BRBuilt 20219% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051- Elderly
GLADSTONE APARTMENTS
411 SOUTH GLADSTONE AVENUE, COLUMBUS, IN, 4720160 income-restricted units12 1BR, 36 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050 - Elderly
THE LOFTS AT ASHFORD
SW CORNER OF HUTCHINS AVENUE AND 10TH ST, COLUMBUS, IN, 4720136 income-restricted units12 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20204% LIHTCCompliance through ~2050 ASHFORD PARK
1616 10TH ST, COLUMBUS, IN, 47201209 income-restricted units of 294 total73 1BR, 96 2BR, 40 3BRBuilt 20189% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048GATEWAY APARTMENTS
1100 PHOENIX COURT, COLUMBUS, IN, 4720160 income-restricted units36 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046CAMBRIDGE SQUARE APTS
3301 MCKINLEY AVE, COLUMBUS, IN, 4720169 income-restricted units24 1BR, 26 2BR, 15 3BR, 4 4BR+Built 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043UNITED SENIOR RESIDENCES
1500 13TH ST, COLUMBUS, IN, 4720163 income-restricted units38 1BR, 25 2BRBuilt 20124% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042WEXFORD OF TAYLORSVILLE
9055 WEXFORD CT, COLUMBUS, IN, 4720132 income-restricted units16 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041ARBORS AT WATERS EDGE
4060 N 150 W, COLUMBUS, IN, 47201152 income-restricted units8 1BR, 80 2BR, 40 3BR, 24 4BR+Built 20069% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036ARMORY - 2
646 FRANKLIN ST, COLUMBUS, IN, 4720125 income-restricted units4 studio, 21 1BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026LARAE APTS
2469 W LARAE AVE, COLUMBUS, IN, 4720128 income-restricted units8 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 19934% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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