Washington Gardens

326 W Indiana Ave, Elkhart, Indiana 46516

Construction on the Washington Gardens apartment community began in 1966, making it the second of EHA's properties.  Encompassing nearly 5 square blocks, the 198 unit community is the largest of EHA's properties.  Contained with-in the community is multiple playgrounds, a community center, a fully licensed Head Start program, the headquarters for the Elkhart County Minority Health Coalition, Elkhart Black Expo, Elkhart Police Department sub-station, and the Progressive Church of God in Christ.  With the partnership of these organizations and the efforts of property management, EHA is continuously pursuing a strong sense of community for the residents.  In an effort to further the comfort of our residents, EHA recently completed the installation of central air conditioning in all 198 apartments.  

With apartment sizes ranging from 1 to 5 bedroom Washington Gardens can comfortably accommodate small and large families alike.  With an elementary school, middle school, multiple Houses of Worship and a Dollar General store, all within a short walking distance of Washington Gardens.  Washington Gardens may very well be the perfect fit for you and your family.

Unit (Bd/Ba) Ft2 Rent
One Bedroom (1/0) - Call for Price
Two Bedroom (2/0) - Call for Price
Three Bedroom (3/0) - Call for Price
Four Bedroom (4/0) - Call for Price
Five Bedroom (5/0) - Call for Price

Eligibility for Washington Gardens

Generally, households earning up to the income limit in the table below for their household size are eligible for units participating in a HUD rental assistance program in Elkhart but actual income limits may differ for units at Washington Gardens.

AMI Band 1 Person 2 Person 3 Person 4 Person 5 Person 6 Person 7 Person 8 Person 9 Person 10 Person
30% $16,800 $19,720 $24,860 $30,000 $35,140 $40,280 $45,420 $50,560 $0 $0
50% $28,000 $32,000 $36,000 $39,950 $43,150 $46,350 $49,550 $52,750 $0 $0
80% $44,750 $51,150 $57,550 $63,900 $69,050 $74,150 $79,250 $84,350 $0 $0

Washington Gardens Details

  • 194 one, two, three, four and five bedroom units.
  • Public Housing

Property Amenities

  • Playground
  • Community Room
  • Landscaping

Unit Amenities

  • Patio Deck Or Balcony

Nearby Amenities

  • Near Schools

Office Hours

Day Hours
Monday 8:00am-4:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am-4:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am-4:30pm
Thursday 8:00am-4:30pm
Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Public Housing

Since this property is owned and managed by a Public Housing Authority, all of the rents at this property are based on tenant incomes. Tenants will make a monthly contribution toward rent equal to 30% of their adjusted income. A housing authority may establish a minimum rent of up to $50.

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