Lemont, IL Low Income Housing

Lemont, IL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Lemont, IL

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Lemont, 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 Lemont, 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.

List of Low Income Housing in or near Lemont, IL

Greenleaf - Bollingbrook

502 Kildeer Dr
Bollingbrook, IL - 60439
(630)739-9200
Greenleaf is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Greenleaf for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Du Page County
Listing Location: 3.71 miles from Lemont

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Community Service Council - Bolingbrook

151 E. Briarcliff
Bolingbrook, IL - 60440
815-886-5000
The Housing counseling staff provides much needed services in the areas of: pre-purchase housing counseling mortgage default rental assistance senior reverse mortgages Will County Neighborhood Stabilization Program Partner.   ...see full details
Du Page County
Listing Location: 3.73 miles from Lemont


St. Francis Of Assisi Residence - Palos Park

12218 South Will-Cook Road
Palos Park, IL - 60439
(630) 343-1880
St. Francis of Assisi Residence is a senior citizen housing-only residence located in Palos Park, Illinois. It consists of 81 one-bedroom units, each of which include a living room/dining area, kitchen with appliances, bedroom, bathroom and closets. Carpeting, blinds and air conditioners are also provided. Community space consists of media room, game room, laundry facilities, mailbox lobby, public restrooms, offices and a community room with a kitchen. The St. Francis of Assisi Residence is sponsored and operated by Catholic Charities Housing Development Corporation and is financed under the Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Property is completely smoke-free as of April 1, 2012, common areas and resident units. The St. Francis of Assisi Residence is specially designed for senior citizens who meet the following requirements: - Households of which head of household, spouse, or co-head is at least 62 years of age or older. - All residents must be able to fulfill the lease requirement by themselves or with whatever assistance they can provide privately. - Households who verify that they meet the income requirements as determined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. All rents are subsidized under a rental assistance program. Eligible households pay no more than 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent and utilities, excluding telephone. Certain deductions are made for elderly status for the household head and allowable medical expenses. After initial occupancy, income will be recertified on an annual basis. (Changes in income larger than $200/month must be reported immediately for rent recalculation.)...see full details
Du Page County
Listing Location: 4.50 miles from Lemont

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Trinity Green Gardens - Lockport

700 Green Garden Streets
Lockport, IL - 60441
(815) 485-6197
Trinity Green Gardens is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Trinity Green Gardens for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Du Page County
Listing Location: 8.20 miles from Lemont

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Grove Senior Living - Downers Grove

1122 Gilbert St
Downers Grove, IL - 60515
(630) 852-1310
Grove Senior Living is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Grove Senior Living for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Du Page County
Listing Location: 8.35 miles from Lemont

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Four Lakes Village Phase Vii - Lisle

5550 Abbey Drive
Lisle, IL - 60532
(630) 322-9700
Four Lakes Village Phase Vii is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Four Lakes Village Phase Vii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Du Page County
Listing Location: 8.49 miles from Lemont

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oak Tree Towers - Downers Grove

1120 Warren Ave
Downers Grove, IL - 60515
630-964-6600
Oak Tree Towers is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Oak Tree Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Du Page County
Listing Location: 8.50 miles from Lemont

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

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
Du Page County
Listing Location: 8.93 miles from Lemont


Zousa Drive Group Home - Crest Hill

21046 Zausa Drive
Crest Hill, IL - 60435
(815) 727-6666
Zousa Drive Group Home is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Zousa Drive Group Home for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Du Page County
Listing Location: 8.97 miles from Lemont

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

I.c.a.r.e. - Westmont

501 N Cass Ave
Westmont, IL - 60559
(630) 963-9631
I.c.a.r.e. is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact I.c.a.r.e. for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Du Page County
Listing Location: 9.35 miles from Lemont

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Lemont, 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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