Frequently Asked Questions

Solace House Collective has two Indianapolis homes, both now open. The Dexter Home is on the west side (Solace House West) and the St. Paul Home is on the south/southeast side. Each home offers three furnished private bedrooms in a women-only shared living environment. Contact us about current availability at either home.

There are six furnished private bedrooms in total — three at the Dexter Home and three at the St. Paul Home.

Yes. Each resident has her own private, fully furnished bedroom. Bedrooms are not shared. One resident occupies each private bedroom. You can review full housing details at solacehousecollective.com/services.

Yes. Each private bedroom is fully furnished. Shared living and common areas are also furnished.

Residents share the kitchen, bathroom, living room, laundry area, and other common living spaces.

Yes. Each home provides an on-site washer and dryer for resident use. Laundry is included in the monthly residency program fee — there is no separate laundry cost.

Yes. Wi-Fi is provided and included in the monthly residency program fee — there is no separate Wi-Fi cost.

On-site and street parking availability varies by home. Parking arrangements will be reviewed with residents before move-in.

Solace House homes are designed with resident safety and privacy in mind. Safety and security features are reviewed with prospective residents during the placement process.

No. Pets are not permitted.

No. Smoking and vaping are not permitted inside the home.

For the safety, privacy, and comfort of all residents, guests and visitors are not permitted inside the residence or on the property. This is a program safety policy that applies to all residents.

Monthly residency program fees vary by home and room size.

Dexter Home (West Side — Solace House West)
All three private bedrooms: $750 monthly residency program fee

St. Paul Home (South/Southeast Side)
Three private bedrooms at $575, $750, and $800 monthly residency program fee, based on room size

Utilities, Wi-Fi, and laundry are included in the monthly residency program fee for both homes. All bedrooms are private and fully furnished. Visit our Housing Details page for more information.

Solace House Collective is a nonprofit housing program. Monthly residency program fees help offset utilities, furnishings, property operations, safety measures, maintenance, and other costs associated with providing stable housing. Program revenue and charitable contributions support Solace House's charitable operations and mission.

Yes. A $500 security deposit is required before move-in.

Yes. A $25 application fee is required.

6-month and 12-month residency terms are available.

Solace House serves single adult women without dependent children who are experiencing homelessness, housing displacement, unstable living arrangements, or major life transitions and are able to live independently. Women Veterans are welcome.

Women who are currently homeless, displaced, or temporarily staying with friends or family are welcome to submit a housing inquiry. Every inquiry is reviewed individually based on availability, program fit, and the applicant's ability to live independently.

No. Solace House provides independent living and is not an emergency shelter, assisted-living facility, medical-care program, or domestic-violence shelter. Residents are expected to be able to live independently.

No. Solace House does not provide professional counseling, medical care, legal services, emergency shelter, or formal case management. Residents may be connected with independent community organizations and outside resources based on their needs.

Yes. Women Veterans are welcome at Solace House. Housing options for women Veterans in Indianapolis are limited — Solace House provides private furnished bedrooms in a women-only shared home with utilities, Wi-Fi, and laundry included. We are developing relationships with Veterans' organizations and community partners that assist Veterans with housing stability and other resources.

Both homes are located in Indianapolis, Indiana — one on the west side (Dexter Home) and one on the south/southeast side (St. Paul Home).

To help protect the privacy and safety of our residents, exact street addresses are not published online. Location details are provided to prospective residents as they move through the placement process.

Yes. Background, credit, and drug screenings are required before move-in. Low credit or something appearing on a background report does not automatically disqualify an applicant. Every inquiry is reviewed individually based on availability, program fit, and the applicant's ability to live independently.

Yes. Tours are scheduled by appointment after the required screening steps are completed.

Both Indianapolis homes are now open. Contact us about current availability at either home. Submit a housing inquiry at solacehousecollective.com/apply or call 317-953-5921.

Yes. Women experiencing homelessness, displacement, or unstable housing arrangements — including those temporarily staying with friends or family — are welcome to submit a housing inquiry. Applicants must meet the program's eligibility and screening requirements and be able to live independently in a shared home.

Our south Indianapolis home (St. Paul Home) is now open and accepting inquiries. Monthly residency program fees range from $575 to $800 based on room size, including utilities, Wi-Fi, and laundry. Each inquiry is reviewed individually. Submit a housing inquiry at solacehousecollective.com/apply.

Yes. Social workers, case managers, healthcare providers, Veterans' organizations, faith communities, nonprofit organizations, and other community partners are welcome to submit referrals on behalf of clients. Use the Housing Inquiry form at solacehousecollective.com/apply or contact Solace House directly at info@solacehousecollective.com or 317.953.5921.

Submit a housing inquiry or agency referral using the Housing Inquiry form on this website, or contact Solace House directly at info@solacehousecollective.com or 317.953.5921.