Joliet, IL Low Income Housing

Joliet, IL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Joliet, IL

How do I qualify for low income housing in Joliet, 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 Joliet, IL

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Joliet, 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 Joliet, 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 Joliet, Illinois - Will County

Studio Apartments $1,255
One Bedroom Apartments $1,440
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,827
Three Bedroom Apartments $2,172

List of Low Income Housing in or near Joliet, IL

Evergreen Terrace II

Evergreen Terrace II - Joliet

311 N Bluff St
Joliet, IL - 60435
(815) 722-7515
Evergreen Terrace Ii is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Evergreen Terrace Ii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Will County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Will County Center For Community Concerns - Joliet

304 N. Scott Street
Joliet, IL - 60432
815-722-0722-209
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Spanish...see full details
Will County

SWEET HOMES SWEET SOLUTIONS INC.

SWEET HOMES SWEET SOLUTIONS INC. - JOLIET

1511 ARTHUR AVE
JOLIET, IL - 60431
815-582-9290
3 BEDS 2 FULL BATHS HARDWOOD FLOORS CARPETED 2ND STORY ATTACHED GARAGE FENCED IN YARD FULL BASEMENT CALL FOR SHOWING ...see full details
Will County
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The Park Tower Affordable Senior Apartments

The Park Tower Affordable Senior Apartments - Joliet

247 Caterpillar Dr.
Joliet, IL - 60436
815 725-6990
Affordable Senior Apartments The Park Tower, a 14 story Senior High-Rise in Joliet, IL, offers a more independent setting with all the comforts of home.  As an Illinois Housing Development Authority facility, rent is based on income. Eligibility Requirements: To qualify for residency, a person must be at least 62 years of age and qualify under the low income guidelines.  The rent is based on income, which includes regular income as well as income from assets.  Rents are 30% of...see full details
Will County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Salem Village Iii

Salem Village Iii - Joliet

1315 Rowell Ave
Joliet, IL - 60433
(815)727-6401
Salem Village Iii is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Salem Village Iii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Will County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): Sliding scale, Minimum is $572.00
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Water, Trash pick up
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Evergreen Terrace I

Evergreen Terrace I - Joliet

350 N Broadway
Joliet, IL - 60435
(815)722-7515
Evergreen Terrace I is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Evergreen Terrace I for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Will County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Marycrest Village

Marycrest Village - Joliet

2115 Marmion Ave
Joliet, IL - 60436
(815) 744-7810
Marycrest Village is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Marycrest Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Will County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Ann Street Group Home.

Ann Street Group Home. - Joliet

711 Ann Street
Joliet, IL - 60435
(815) 725-3487
Ann Street Group Home. is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Ann Street Group Home. for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Will County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Joliet, 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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