Atwood, IL Low Income Housing

Atwood, IL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Atwood, IL

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Atwood, 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 Atwood, 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 Atwood, Illinois - Douglas County

Studio Apartments $656
One Bedroom Apartments $820
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,072
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,144

List of Low Income Housing in or near Atwood, IL

Piatt County Housing Authority - Hammond

103 West First Street
Hammond, IL - 61929
(217) 262-3231
Piatt County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of Low Rent Public Housing. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these 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 assistance in the area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Douglas County
Listing Location: 6.85 miles from Atwood


Quality Housing Hammond - Hammond

701 S. Don Ryan
Hammond, IL - 61924
(618) 544-2254
Quality Housing Hammond is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Quality Housing Hammond for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Douglas County
Listing Location: 6.87 miles from Atwood

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Sullivan Senior Housing Affordable/ Senior Apartments - Sullivan

1025 Calhoun Street
Sullivan, IL - 61951
(618) 544-8645
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing / Elderly/Senior Apartments Number of Units: 16 Floor plans: 1 and 2 bedroom Property email address: robinson@macocompanies.com Features and Amenities: BBQ & Picnic Area Ceiling Fan(s) Central Heat/Air Community Room/Club House Fire Stops Fitness Center Laundry Room On-Site Manager Parking Picnic Area Porch Range/Hood Refrigerator Single Story Smoke Alarms Two-Story This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
Douglas County
Listing Location: 15.69 miles from Atwood


Jefferson Square Apartments - Sullivan

102 S. Calhoun Street
Sullivan, IL - 61951
217 752-6548
Jefferson Square Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Jefferson Square Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Douglas County
Listing Location: 15.82 miles from Atwood

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cefs Moultrie County Outreach Office - Sullivan

114 E. Harrison Street
Sullivan, IL - 61951
217-728-7721
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 Home Improvement and Rehabilitation Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Services for Homeless Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Douglas County
Listing Location: 15.86 miles from Atwood


Westport Apartments - IL - Sullivan

2 Westport Drive
Sullivan, IL - 61951
(217) 728-9030
Westport Apartments offers 48 low income one, two and three bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri  8:30 am - 5:00 pm *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
Douglas County
Listing Location: 15.87 miles from Atwood


Country Place Apartments Villa - Villa Grove

R.r. 1 Box 100
Villa Grove, IL - 61956
(217) 832-9226
Country Place Apartments Villa is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Country Place Apartments Villa for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Douglas County
Listing Location: 16.53 miles from Atwood

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Logan Court - Mattoon

308 N Logan A Ave
Mattoon, IL - 61938
(217) 234-6405
Logan Court is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Logan Court for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Douglas County
Listing Location: 22.64 miles from Atwood

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Coles County Housing Authority - Mattoon

109 Prairie Avenue
Mattoon, IL - 61938
(217) 235-4175
Coles County Housing Authority provides low income residents with housing assistance through the management of Low Rent public Housing. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these rentals due to the overwhelming need for housing assistance and at times these lists may close to new applicants based in the size of and 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, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Douglas County
Listing Location: 22.67 miles from Atwood


Mattoon Towers - Mattoon

90 Prairie Ave
Mattoon, IL - 61938
217-235-4360
Mattoon Towers is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mattoon Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Douglas County
Listing Location: 22.67 miles from Atwood

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Atwood, 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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