Blue Island, IL Low Income Housing

Blue Island, IL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Blue Island, IL

How do I qualify for low income housing in Blue Island, 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 Blue Island, IL

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Blue Island, 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 Blue Island, 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 Blue Island, Illinois - Cook 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 Blue Island, IL

Southeast Ceda - Robbins

3518 W 139th St
Robbins, IL - 60472
708-371-1220
Cook County
Listing Location: 1.89 miles from Blue Island


St. Peter Claver Senior Housing - Robbins

14115 Claire Blvd.
Robbins, IL - 60472
708-389-1570
Cook County
Listing Location: 2.26 miles from Blue Island

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oasis Senior Living - Chicago

10860 South Vincennes
Chicago, IL - 60643
(773) 238-8380
Cook County
Listing Location: 2.68 miles from Blue Island


Park at Wellington Phase I - Holiday

4311 Jordana Way
Holiday, FL - 34691
(727) 940-8667
Cook County
Listing Location: 3.25 miles from Blue Island


South Suburban Elderly - Harvey

15100 South Robey
Harvey, IL - 60426
708-589-2105
Cook County
Listing Location: 3.26 miles from Blue Island

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Harvey Iii - Harvey

174 W. 151 St
Harvey, IL - 60426
708-589-2110
Cook County
Listing Location: 3.27 miles from Blue Island

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Concordia Place Apartments - Chicago

13037 South Daniel Drive
Chicago, IL - 60827
(773) 995-5200
Cook County
Listing Location: 3.42 miles from Blue Island


Roseland Manor - Chicago

11717 South State Street
Chicago, IL - 60628
(773) 617-6223
Cook County
Listing Location: 3.42 miles from Blue Island


All Saints Residence - Chicago

11701 South State Street
Chicago, IL - 60628
(773) 995-9000
Cook County
Listing Location: 3.42 miles from Blue Island


New Christian Joy Full Gospel Baptist Church - Chicago

11594 S. State Street
Chicago, IL - 60628
708-790-7502
Cook County
Listing Location: 3.44 miles from Blue Island


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Blue Island, 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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Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.



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