Housing Guide https://www.wfyi.org/tags/housing-guide Housing Guide en-US Copyright Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT Indianapolis faces a housing shortage. Why is it so hard to build more? https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/indianapolis-faces-a-housing-shortage-why-is-it-so-hard-to-build-more There is an estimated housing shortage of between 4 and 7 million homes across the country. Why is it so hard to build more in Indianapolis? Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/indianapolis-faces-a-housing-shortage-why-is-it-so-hard-to-build-more Benjamin Thorp Need shelter in Indianapolis? Here's what to know about local emergency options https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/need-shelter-in-indianapolis-heres-what-to-know-about-local-emergency-options Shelters provide critical resources for people in need — but each one operates differently. Here's a guide on emergency options in Marion County. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/need-shelter-in-indianapolis-heres-what-to-know-about-local-emergency-options Rachel Fradette How does your ZIP code impact housing affordability in Indianapolis? https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/how-does-your-zip-code-impact-housing-affordability-in-indianapolis Indianapolis' ZIP codes reflect a diverse landscape where location heavily influences affordability and quality of life. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/how-does-your-zip-code-impact-housing-affordability-in-indianapolis Hanna Rauworth - Indianapolis Recorder Why are Indiana's eviction rates some of the highest in the country? And who is impacted most? https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/why-are-indianas-eviction-rates-some-of-the-highest-in-the-country-and-who-is-impacted-most Indianapolis renters face some of the highest eviction rates in the country, not only compared to other cities in Indiana, but to many major metros across the nation. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/why-are-indianas-eviction-rates-some-of-the-highest-in-the-country-and-who-is-impacted-most Abriana Herron What are your rights as a tenant in Indiana? https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/what-are-your-rights-as-a-tenant-in-indiana Landlords filed almost 70,000 evictions in Indiana over the past year. Here's a guide to some of the rights that cover tenants under state law. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/what-are-your-rights-as-a-tenant-in-indiana Zak Cassel How can school districts in Marion County help students experiencing homelessness? https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/how-can-school-districts-in-marion-county-help-students-experiencing-homelessness This guide is meant to help families understand what support is available for students experiencing homelessness in Indianapolis. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/how-can-school-districts-in-marion-county-help-students-experiencing-homelessness Sydney Dauphinais Rent is going up in Indianapolis. Here's how it compares to other cities https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/rent-is-going-up-in-indianapolis-heres-how-it-compares-to-other-cities Rental prices in Indianapolis have jumped over the past five years, leaving many Indianapolis families struggling to afford housing. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/rent-is-going-up-in-indianapolis-heres-how-it-compares-to-other-cities Dylan Peers McCoy How does Section 8 housing work in Indianapolis? https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/how-does-section-8-housing-work-in-indianapolis The Housing Choice Vouchers Program, also known as Section 8, was created to help low-income families, elderly persons, veterans and disabled individuals afford housing in the private market. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/how-does-section-8-housing-work-in-indianapolis Zach Bundy Some renters are being forced to pay hundreds in unregulated 'junk fees.' What are they? https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/some-renters-are-being-forced-to-pay-hundreds-in-junk-fees-what-are-they Most tenants expect to pay rent and a security deposit when signing a lease. But for many renters in Central Indiana, the upfront price tag is misleading. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/some-renters-are-being-forced-to-pay-hundreds-in-junk-fees-what-are-they Zak Cassel How can you hold property managers and landlords accountable? https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/how-can-you-hold-property-managers-and-landlords-accountable This guide answers questions about enforcing accountability for property managers, grounded in Indiana statutes and federal regulations. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/how-can-you-hold-property-managers-and-landlords-accountable Noral Parham – Indianapolis Recorder