Astoria, IL Low Income Housing Guide
Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Astoria, IL
How do I qualify for low income housing in Astoria, 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 Astoria, IL
There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Astoria, 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 Astoria, 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 Astoria, Illinois - Fulton County
Studio Apartments
$626
One Bedroom Apartments
$824
Two Bedroom Apartments
$1,014
Three Bedroom Apartments
$1,354
List of Low Income Housing in or near Astoria, IL
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St. Anne Residence - Beardstown
309 E. 9th Street
Beardstown, IL - 62618
(217) 523-9201
Fulton County
Listing Location: 15.18 miles from Astoria
Section 8 apartment
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Bridgeview Apartments - Beardstown
7 Bridgeview Street
Beardstown, IL - 62618
(217) 323-2980
Fulton County
Listing Location: 15.44 miles from Astoria
Section 8 apartment
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Parkview Apartments - Beardstown
Clendenon 4th And 5th Street
Beardstown, IL - 62618
(217) 323-2980
Fulton County
Listing Location: 15.49 miles from Astoria
Section 8 apartment
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Cass County Housing Authority - Beardstown
9 Otto Turner Drive
Beardstown, IL - 62618
(217) 323-2303
Fulton County
Listing Location: 15.80 miles from Astoria
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Spoon River Tower - Lewistown
401 N. Illinois Street
Lewistown, IL - 61542
(309) 547-7274
Fulton County
Listing Location: 16.10 miles from Astoria
Section 8 apartment
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Broadway Arms Apartments - Lewistown
1003 N. Broadway Street
Lewistown, IL - 61542
(309) 547-3279
Fulton County
Listing Location: 16.34 miles from Astoria
Section 8 apartment
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Havana Apartments - Havana
800 N Promenade Street
Havana, IL - 62644
(309) 543-2030
Fulton County
Listing Location: 16.95 miles from Astoria
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Timothy Terrace Apartments - Havana
701 Timothy Terr Ave
Havana, IL - 62644
(309) 383-3050
Fulton County
Listing Location: 16.97 miles from Astoria
Section 8 apartment
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Jefferson House - Affordable Community - Macomb
900 E. Jefferson Street
Macomb, IL - 61455
(309) 837-9955
Fulton County
Listing Location: 22.44 miles from Astoria
Section 8 apartment
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Lafayette Square Apartments - Macomb
100 W Jefferson St W
Macomb, IL - 61455
309-833-9125
Fulton County
Listing Location: 22.86 miles from Astoria
Section 8 apartment
Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Astoria, 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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Apartment Checklist
Check For Waiting ListsMost apartments have waiting lists. Search early and do not just settle on one apartment choice.
Contact Your Local Housing Authority
Housing authorities have many opportunities. Many do have closed waiting lists, but they may be able to provide other public housing resources.
Check The Federal Poverty Sliding Scale Guidelines
Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.
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