Lafox, IL Low Income Housing

Lafox, IL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Lafox, IL

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Lafox, 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 Lafox, 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 Lafox, Illinois - Kane 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 Lafox, IL

The Meadows Affordable/ Public Housing Senior Living - Elburn

318 Dempsey Street
Elburn, IL - 60119
(630) 365-3300
Program type: Market Rate and Affordable rate. Senior Living. Bedroom Options: 2, 3, 4 Water/Sewer Included. Features and Amenities: 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance Activity Center Elevator Extra Storage Space Gazebo Intercom Entry Library On Site Laundry On Site Management Resident Activities This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
Kane County
Listing Location: 2.21 miles from Lafox


Riverain Point Apartments - Batavia

200 N Island Ave
Batavia, IL - 60510
(630) 879-0350
84 one-bedroom apartments for seniors 62 years and older, and physically disabled persons 18 years and older. Riverain Point Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Riverain Point Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Kane County
Listing Location: 8.22 miles from Lafox

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Constitution House - Aurora

401 N Constitution Dr
Aurora, IL - 60506
630-896-2100
Constitution House is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Constitution House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Kane County
Listing Location: 8.36 miles from Lafox

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Carroll Tower - Saint Charles

200 N. 2nd Street
Saint Charles, IL - 60174
(630) 584-6656
Carroll Tower is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Carroll Tower for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Kane County
Listing Location: 8.63 miles from Lafox

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Franciscan Ministries - Aurora

2107 W. Downer Pl
Aurora, IL - 60506
630 897-7340
Franciscan Ministries Inc. is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Franciscan Ministries Inc. for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Kane County
Listing Location: 8.70 miles from Lafox

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Franciscan Ministries - Aurora

2007 Downer Place
Aurora, IL - 60506
(630) 897-7340
Franciscan Ministries is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Franciscan Ministries for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Kane County
Listing Location: 8.71 miles from Lafox

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Aurora Housing Authority - Aurora

1630 Plum Street
Aurora, IL - 60506
(630) 859-7210
Aurora 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 the vouchers or rentals 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 housing assistance in the area 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.   At the time of this listings last update, August 2011, the HCV - Section 8 waiting lists was closed, the 2 and 3 bedroom Public Housing waiting list was closed and the 1, 4 and 5 bedroom Public Housing waiting list was open for new applicants according to the Authority's website. ...see full details
Kane County
Listing Location: 8.84 miles from Lafox


Randall West TownHomes For Rent - Aurora

1316 Monomoy #A
Aurora, IL - 60506
3127688477
This 2 Story Townhome is a Remodeled Three Bedroom, 1.5 Bath with a fully partially Finished Basement. All Appliances are less than 2 years old. All the Bedrooms have Mirrored Closets Doors. This home is also available for Sale or Real Estate Installment Agreement. Please contact Denise@(312)768-8477 or email deedproperties@comcast.net.Monday-Friday 10:00a.m-5:30p.m...see full details
Kane County
Listing Location: 8.86 miles from Lafox


Christian Life Retirement Center V - North Aurora

100 Mitchell Road
North Aurora, IL - 60542
630 966-1500
Christian Life Retirement Center V is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Christian Life Retirement Center V for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Kane County
Listing Location: 9.33 miles from Lafox

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Aurora Residential Service - Aurora

1617 Kenilworth
Aurora, IL - 60505
(630) 966-4293
Aurora Residential Service is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Aurora Residential Service for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Kane County
Listing Location: 9.49 miles from Lafox

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Lafox, 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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