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​​​​Elkhart Housing Authority

1396 Benham Ave. Elkhart Indiana  46516

Washington Gardens

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 and an Elkhart Police Department sub-station.  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.