Program Overview
THA owns and rents a total of 662 efficiency, one, two, three, four, and five bedroom units located in eight complexes. Three complexes are for elderly tenants and tenants with disabilities. One site is for seniors only. The other four complexes are for families.
Rents range from $50 to $400+ depending on family income. Tenants pay 30% of their income for rent and utilities. For example, the rent and utility payments for a family with an income of $1,000 a month is about $300. The rent and utility payments for a family with an income of $500 a month is about $150.
The exact amount depends on family income and the type and cost of utilities.
To learn more about individual sites, click "Housing Sites."
To learn about Section 8 that involves renting from a participating private sector landlord, click here.
Click here to find answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the Public Housing program.
How do I apply?
- Drop by THA's main office at 2010 SE California Ave. to complete and turn in a one-page pre-application
- Attend an interview meeting that THA will schedule
- Complete and turn in an application at the interview meeting
- Note: out of town residents and persons who find it difficult to come to THA's main office can get and submit pre-applications and applications by mail
Who and what do I need to bring with me to the interview?
- All other adults in your household (all adults in the household must sign the application)
- Picture ID for all adults
- Social Security cards for all members of the family
- Birth certificates for all children
- Proof of custody of children if applicant is not parent or custody is shared
- Income verification from all sources of income
- Recent bank statements
- Details for five years of rental history (names of landlords, addresses, phone numbers)
- Note: bring original documents, not copies
Public Safety
Through the joint efforts of THA staff and the Topeka Police Department (TPD) there has been a dramatic decline in criminal activity at THA sites in the past ten years to the point that they are now among the safest neighborhoods in Topeka. This is the result of careful screening, increased resident involvement in safety and security activities, a "One Strike and You're Out" program, and every day communication between THA staff, TPD officers and residents of THA's eight complexes.
If you are interested, the Police Department has made it easy to sign up for crime alerts and check on criminal activity in the City. Just go to www.raidsonline.com.
Activities/Opportunities
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Boys & Girls Club
THA and the Boys and Girls Club work together to provide after-school and all-day summer programs for children 6 to 8 years old at THA's Pine Ridge and Deer Creek community centers.
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