Dorsey, IL Low Income Housing

Dorsey, IL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Dorsey, IL

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Dorsey, 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 Dorsey, 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 Dorsey, Illinois - Madison County

Studio Apartments $795
One Bedroom Apartments $999
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,294
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,512

List of Low Income Housing in or near Dorsey, IL

Maplewood Apartments - Bunker Hill

606-08 Maple Street
Bunker Hill, IL - 62014
(618) 466-9006
Maplewood Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Maplewood Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Madison County
Listing Location: 5.51 miles from Dorsey

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

South Prairie Court Affordable/ Public Housing - Bethalto

819 S Prairie Street
Bethalto, IL - 62010
(618) 544-8645
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing Number of Units : 24 Floor plans: 2 bedroom Property email address: robinson@macocompanies.com Features and Amenities: Central Heat/Air Family Apartments Fire Stops Laundry Room Parking Play Ground Range/Hood Refrigerator 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
Madison County
Listing Location: 5.69 miles from Dorsey


Storey Manor - Cottage Hills

40b Manor Drive
Cottage Hills, IL - 62018
(618) 462-5626
Storey Manor is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Storey Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Madison County
Listing Location: 6.25 miles from Dorsey

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Township Village Apartments - East Alton

617 Valley Dr
East Alton, IL - 62024
(618)259-6782
Township Village Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Township Village Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Madison County
Listing Location: 8.20 miles from Dorsey

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Skyline Towers - Alton

3113 Washington Ave.
Alton, IL - 62002
(618) 465-1940
Skyline Towers is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Skyline Towers for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Madison County
Listing Location: 8.82 miles from Dorsey

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Worden Park Affordable/ Public Housing - Worden

344 Scheider Street
Worden, IL - 62097
(618) 544-8645
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing Number of Units: 16 Floor plans: 1 and 2 bedroom Property email address: krazeegram@gmail.com Features and Amenities: Central Heat/Air Family Apartments Fire Stops Laundry Room Parking Picnic Area Play Ground Range/Hood Refrigerator Smoke Alarms Storage Space This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply....see full details
Madison County
Listing Location: 9.24 miles from Dorsey


Golden Oaks Apartment - Wood River

111 W Acton
Wood River, IL - 62095
(618) 251-4774
Golden Oaks Apartment is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Golden Oaks Apartment for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Madison County
Listing Location: 9.33 miles from Dorsey

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Steven's Building - Wood River

118 Haller St
Wood River, IL - 62095
618-254-6568
Steven's Building is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Steven's Building for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Madison County
Listing Location: 9.36 miles from Dorsey

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Hillcrest Apartments - Alton

1710 Muny Vista Dr
Alton, IL - 62002
618-465-0996
Hillcrest Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Hillcrest Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Madison County
Listing Location: 9.54 miles from Dorsey

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Northwood Apartments - Godfrey

323 Big Arch Rd
Godfrey, IL - 62035
(618) 466-4345
Northwood Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Northwood Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Madison County
Listing Location: 9.65 miles from Dorsey

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Dorsey, 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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