New Castle Housing Authority
274 S 14th St, New Castle, IN, 47362 · ~466 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — New Castle, IN (2026)
Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency. Full county data: Henry County
Who this agency serves
New Castle Housing Authority served 447 households across 466 units (96% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 1.9 people, an average annual income of $15,820, and pays an average of $382 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 447 of 466 units
- Avg. household income
- $15,820
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $382
- Avg. household size
- 1.9 people
- Households with children
- 31%
- Head of household 62+
- 37%
- Head of household with a disability
- 52%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 24 months
Unit mix: 40% 1-bedroom, 38% 2-bedroom, 22% 3-bedroom.
Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.
Public housing inspection scores
HUD conducts physical inspections of public housing developments under the REAC (Real Estate Assessment Center) program. Scores run 0–100: 90+ is High Performer, 60–89 is Standard, below 60 is Troubled. This agency administers 1 development with an average score of 93 (High Performer).
| Development | City | Score | Protocol | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAPLEWOOD TERRACE | New Castle | 93 High Performer | NSPIRE | Jun 2024 |
Source: HUD REAC Physical Inspection Scores — data reflects the most recent inspection for each development. See Understanding REAC and NSPIRE inspection scores for methodology details.
Income-restricted housing in New Castle, IN
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.
HISTORIC JENNINGS APTS
1331 BROAD ST, NEW CASTLE, IN, 4736220 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2015Compliance through ~2045WILLOW GLEN APTS
2800 S MAIN ST, NEW CASTLE, IN, 4736252 income-restricted units51 1BRBuilt 20114% LIHTCCompliance through ~2041STONEGATE VILLAGE APTS
3302 STONEGATE DR, NEW CASTLE, IN, 47362122 income-restricted units16 1BR, 66 2BR, 40 3BRBuilt 20104% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040GRAND AVENUE COMMONS
1628 A AVE, NEW CASTLE, IN, 4736252 income-restricted units28 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035FOSTER'S LANDING APTS
317 FOSTERS WAY, NEW CASTLE, IN, 4736285 income-restricted units of 90 total12 1BR, 48 2BR, 16 3BR, 14 4BR+Built 20024% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032AUTUMN OAKS APTS
100 AUTUMN OAKS BLVD, NEW CASTLE, IN, 4736268 income-restricted units of 72 total16 1BR, 32 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20004% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030ROSE COURT APTS
720 S 14TH ST, NEW CASTLE, IN, 4736220 income-restricted units8 1BR, 6 2BR, 6 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028
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 →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact New Castle Housing Authority directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.
Evaluating this market
Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.