Grand Tower, IL Low Income Housing

Grand Tower, IL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Grand Tower, IL

How do I qualify for low income housing in Grand Tower, 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 Grand Tower, IL

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Grand Tower, 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 Grand Tower, 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 Grand Tower, Illinois - Jackson County

Studio Apartments $652
One Bedroom Apartments $858
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,114
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,265

List of Low Income Housing in or near Grand Tower, IL

Carbondale Habitat For Humanity - Carbondale

PO Box 1064
Carbondale, IL - 62903
(229)924-6935
Habitat For Humanity Is A Nonprofit, Ecumenical Christian Housing Ministry Dedicated To Eliminating Substandard Housing And Homelessness Worldwide And To Making Adequate, Affordable Shelter A Matter Of Conscience And Action. Habitat Invites People From All Faiths And Walks Of Life To Work Together In Partnership, Building Houses With Families In Need....see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 13.09 miles from Grand Tower

Non Profit Apartment

Jackson County Housing Authority - Murphysboro

300 N 7th Street
Murphysboro, IL - 62966
(618) 684-3183
Jackson County 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 programs due to the overwhelming need ofr housing assistance and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of assistance please contact  the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. Their office is available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - 8:30 am - 4:30 pm and Wednesday - 8:30 am - 12:30 pm to assist you.  ...see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 13.17 miles from Grand Tower


Carbondale Towers - Carbondale

810 W Mill St
Carbondale, IL - 62901
(618) 529-3371
Carbondale Towers offers low income one, two and three bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Office Hours: M-F 8 am - 5 pm Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list.  If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below. ...see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 16.26 miles from Grand Tower

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Mill Street Apartments - Carbondale

703-a3 S Rawlings St
Carbondale, IL - 62901
(618) 529-3371
Mill Street Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mill Street Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 16.38 miles from Grand Tower

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Carbondale Supportive Housing - Carbondale

709 E College
Carbondale, IL - 62901
618-457-6922
Carbondale Supportive Housing is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Carbondale Supportive Housing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 17.34 miles from Grand Tower

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

The Fields - Carbondale

700 S Lewis Ln
Carbondale, IL - 62901
618 549-7377
The Fields is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact The Fields for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 17.54 miles from Grand Tower

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Regency House Of Jackson - Cape Girardeau

K-land Dr
Cape Girardeau, MO - 63702
573-334-9661
Regency House Of Jackson is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Regency House Of Jackson for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 19.54 miles from Grand Tower

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

William J. Barnwell Apartments - Perryville

21 E St. Joseph St
Perryville, MO - 63775
(314) 867-8993
William J. Barnwell Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact William J. Barnwell Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 20.90 miles from Grand Tower

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Hillcrest I Apartments Low Income Elderly/Senior Apartments - Perryville

720 Winkler Drive
Perryville, MO - 63775
(573) 547-4481
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing for Elderly/Senior Number of Units: 24 Floor plans: 1 bedroom Property email address: farmington@macocompanies.com Features and Amenities: Community Room/Club House Fire Stops Laundry Room On-Site Maintenance On-Site Manager Parking Range/Hood Refrigerator Smoke Alarms Window Air This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 21.30 miles from Grand Tower


Hillcrest II Apartments Affordable/ Public Housing - Perryville

601 Feltz Street
Perryville, MO - 63775
(573) 547-4471
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing Number of Units: 24 Floor plans: 1 and 2 bedroom Property email address: farmington@macocompanies.com Features and Amenities: Central Heat/Air Family Apartments Fire Stops Laundry Room On-Site Maintenance On-Site Manager Parking Play Ground Range/Hood Refrigerator Smoke Alarms Storage Space Window Air This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply....see full details
Jackson County
Listing Location: 21.33 miles from Grand Tower


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Grand Tower, 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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