La Porte 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 | $874/mo | $787 – $961/mo |
| 1 BR | $953/mo | $858 – $1,048/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,152/mo | $1,037 – $1,267/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,454/mo | $1,309 – $1,599/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,680/mo | $1,512 – $1,848/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — La Porte County, IN (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for La Porte County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving La Porte County
- Housing Authority of the City of Michigan City
621 E Michigan Blvd, Michigan City, IN, 46360 · 2198727287
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in La Porte 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 | $31,300 |
| 2 people | $35,750 |
| 3 people | $40,200 |
| 4 people | $44,650 |
| 5 people | $48,250 |
| 6 people | $51,800 |
| 7 people | $55,400 |
| 8 people | $58,950 |
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 La Porte 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.
- Elderly
SILVER BIRCH OF MICHIGAN CITY (MICHIGAN BLVD RCF)
4400 E MICHIGCAN BLVD, MICHIGAN CITY, IN, 46360119 income-restricted units35 studio, 84 1BRBuilt 20189% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048 UPTOWN ARTIST LOFTS
717 FRANKLIN STREET, MICHIGAN CITY, IN, 4636044 income-restricted units10 studio, 26 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 20164% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046CANTERBURY HOUSE APTS - MICHIGAN CITY
1200 MALLARD DR, MICHIGAN CITY, IN, 46360132 income-restricted units28 1BR, 62 2BR, 36 3BR, 14 4BR+Built 20104% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040WEXFORD HOMES OF MICHIGAN CITY
103 GRAYSON DR, MICHIGAN CITY, IN, 4636044 income-restricted units44 2BRBuilt 20104% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040GARDEN ESTATES WEST
909 PINETREE CT, MICHIGAN CITY, IN, 46360171 income-restricted units55 1BR, 80 2BR, 34 3BRBuilt 20079% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037MAPLE TREE APTS II
1405 W 18TH ST, LA PORTE, IN, 4635081 income-restricted units of 92 total14 1BR, 43 2BR, 25 3BR, 10 4BR+Built 2006Compliance through ~2036MAPLE TREE APTS I
1405 W 18TH ST, LA PORTE, IN, 4635068 income-restricted units1 studio, 4 1BR, 31 2BR, 24 3BR, 8 4BR+Built 2005Compliance through ~2035KINGSFORD HEIGHTS APTS
509 CURTISS RD, KINGSFORD HEIGHTS, IN, 4634628 income-restricted units8 1BR, 20 2BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028THE RUMELY
800 MICHIGAN AVE, LA PORTE, IN, 4635080 income-restricted units53 1BR, 27 2BRBuilt 19974% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027WOODLAND CROSSING I
322 WOODS EDGE DR, MICHIGAN CITY, IN, 4636064 income-restricted units16 1BR, 28 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026WESTVILLE ASSOC
9750 W 500 S, WESTVILLE, IN, 4639124 income-restricted units8 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 1993Compliance through ~2023WESTVILLE DEVELOPMENT
9748 W 500 S, WESTVILLE, IN, 4639124 income-restricted units24 1BRBuilt 1992Compliance through ~2022
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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