Mahomet, IL Low Income Housing

Mahomet, IL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Mahomet, IL

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Mahomet, 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 Mahomet, 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 Mahomet, Illinois - Champaign County

Studio Apartments $871
One Bedroom Apartments $1,030
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,335
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,384

List of Low Income Housing in or near Mahomet, IL

Countrybrook Apartments - Champaign

2592 60 W Springfield Ave
Champaign, IL - 61880
(217)356-1879
Countrybrook Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Countrybrook Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Champaign County
Listing Location: 8.17 miles from Mahomet

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Gramercy Park Apartments - Champaign

2106 West White Street
Champaign, IL - 61821
(833) 321-7454
Gramercy Park Apartments offers 504 low income one and two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Call (833) 321-7454 for leasing info. *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
Champaign County
Listing Location: 8.24 miles from Mahomet


Round Barn Manor - Champaign

2000 W John St
Champaign, IL - 61821
(217) 351-9090
Round Barn Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Round Barn Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Champaign County
Listing Location: 8.66 miles from Mahomet

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Champaign County Housing Authority - Champaign

205 W Park Avenue
Champaign, IL - 61820
(217) 378-7100
Champaign 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 rentals or vouchers and at times these lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and the length of wait on the lists. If you are in need of 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. ...see full details
Champaign County
Listing Location: 9.79 miles from Mahomet


City Of Champaign Neighborhood Services Department - Champaign

102 N. Neil Street
Champaign, IL - 61820
217-403-7070
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Fair Housing Pre-Purchase Education Workshops Financial Management Budget Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Champaign County
Listing Location: 9.94 miles from Mahomet


C U Independence Apartments - Urbana

610 E Kerr Ave
Urbana, IL - 61801
(217) 337-7595
C-u Independence Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact C-u Independence Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Champaign County
Listing Location: 11.73 miles from Mahomet

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Edge Of Mall Apartments - Urbana

109 W Illinois
Urbana, IL - 61801
(217) 328-6409
Edge Of Mall Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Edge Of Mall Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Champaign County
Listing Location: 11.77 miles from Mahomet

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Center Apartments - Urbana

1105 North Carroll Avenue
Urbana, IL - 61802
217-373-2430
Center Apartments is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Center Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Champaign County
Listing Location: 11.92 miles from Mahomet

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Prairie Homes - Urbana

106 S Hartle Ave
Urbana, IL - 61802
(217) 356-9176
Prairie Homes is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Prairie Homes for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Champaign County
Listing Location: 12.41 miles from Mahomet

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Sunnycrest Man0r - Urbana

1805 S Cottage Grove
Urbana, IL - 61801
217-328-6170
Sunnycrest Man0r is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Sunnycrest Man0r for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Champaign County
Listing Location: 12.85 miles from Mahomet

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Mahomet, 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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