Decatur, IL Low Income Housing

Decatur, IL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Decatur, IL

How do I qualify for low income housing in Decatur, IL?
To qualify for low income housing in Illinois, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Decatur, IL

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Decatur, IL, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Decatur, IL. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Decatur, Illinois - Macon County

Studio Apartments $701
One Bedroom Apartments $859
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,195
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,272

List of Low Income Housing in or near Decatur, IL

Greenwood Manor Apartments - Decatur

333 W Main St
Decatur, IL - 62523
(217) 423-2591
Greenwood Manor is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Greenwood Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Macon County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Decatur Housing Authority

Decatur Housing Authority - Decatur

1808 East Locust Street
Decatur, IL - 62521
(217) 423-7711
Decatur Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these rentals or vouchers due to the overwhelming need for housing assistance and at times these lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and the length of wait on ...see full details
Macon County

Community Investment Corporation Of Decatur, - Decatur

2121 S. Imboden Court
Decatur, IL - 62521
217-423-0352-196
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Fair Housing Pre-Purchase Education WorkshopsMortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution CounselingNon-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for HomeownersPre-purchase CounselingPre-purchase Homebuyer Education WorkshopsPredatory Lending Education Workshops Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Macon County

Heritage Fields Apartments

Heritage Fields Apartments - Decatur

3600 N. Charles Street
Decatur, IL - 62526
217-875-6938
Heritage Fields Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Heritage Fields Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Macon County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oxford House

Oxford House - Decatur

2700 N. Monroe Street
Decatur, IL - 62526
217-875-1081
Oxford House is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oxford House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Macon County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Carriage House Decatur

Carriage House Decatur - Decatur

3757 N Portage Pl
Decatur, IL - 62526
(217) 875-0150
Carriage House Decatur I is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Carriage House Decatur I for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Community Amenities:     Virtual Tours Available    24-hour Emergency Maintenance    Community Clubhouse    Fun Play Parks    High-speed Internet Access Available    Just off US 51    On-site Laundry Center    On-site Manage...see full details
Macon County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Woodford Apartments

Woodford Apartments - Decatur

1025 W Wood St
Decatur, IL - 62522
217-429-7264
Woodford Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Woodford Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Macon County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Victorian Woods

Victorian Woods - Decatur

3910 W Main Street
Decatur, IL - 62522
217-424-0650
Victorian Woods is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Victorian Woods for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Macon County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Heritage Behavioral Health Cen

Heritage Behavioral Health Cen - Decatur

360 East Grand
Decatur, IL - 62521
217-412-0947
Heritage Behavioral Health Cen is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Heritage Behavioral Health Cen for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Macon County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Woodford Indepedent Group Residence

Woodford Indepedent Group Residence - Decatur

111 Timari Ct
Decatur, IL - 62521
1-217-423-6199
Woodford Indepedent Group Residence is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Woodford Indepedent Group Residence for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Macon County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

The Woods - Decatur

3010 E Mound Rd
Decatur, IL - 62522
(217)877-5123
The Woods is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact The Woods for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Macon County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Willow Heights - Decatur

1460 Wellington Ave
Decatur, IL - 62526
(217)875-7344
Willow Heights is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Willow Heights for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Macon County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Spring Creek Towers - Decatur

2727 N Monroe St
Decatur, IL - 62526
(217)875-3450
Spring Creek Towers is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Spring Creek Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Macon County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Belvedere Center Plaza - Decatur

225 W Wood St
Decatur, IL - 62523
(217)425-8822
Belvedere Center Plaza is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Belvedere Center Plaza for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Macon County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Heritage Fields Iii - Decatur

3501 No Charles
Decatur, IL - 62526
(217) 877-8703
Heritage Fields Iii is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Heritage Fields Iii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Macon County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

West Mound Apartments - Decatur

3707 North Haven Ct
Decatur, IL - 62526
(217) 877-5323
West Mound Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact West Mound Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Macon County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Southern Hills Orlando Apartments - Decatur

3077 Southern Hills Dr
Decatur, IL - 62526
(217) 875-5511
Southern Hills Orlando Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Southern Hills Orlando Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Macon County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Decatur, IL

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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