Hoffman Estates, IL Low Income Housing

Hoffman Estates, IL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Hoffman Estates, IL

How do I qualify for low income housing in Hoffman Estates, 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 Hoffman Estates, IL

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Hoffman Estates, 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 Hoffman Estates, 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 Hoffman Estates, 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 Hoffman Estates, IL

Sidney L. Port Center - Palatine

1760-b W. Algonquin Rd
Palatine, IL - 60067
(847)358-5510
Sidney L. Port Center is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Sidney L. Port Center for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Cook County
Listing Location: 2.63 miles from Hoffman Estates

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cedar Village Of Schaumburg North - Schaumburg

1325 S Mercury Dr
Schaumburg, IL - 60193
847 677-5050x23
Cedar Village Of Schaumburg North is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cedar Village Of Schaumburg North for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Cook County
Listing Location: 4.25 miles from Hoffman Estates

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cedar Village Of Schaumburg South - Schaumburg

1335 Mercury Drive
Schaumburg, IL - 60193
847 677-5050x23
Cedar Village Of Schaumburg South is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cedar Village Of Schaumburg South for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Cook County
Listing Location: 4.33 miles from Hoffman Estates

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

North West Housing Partnership - Schaumburg

1699 E. Woodfield Road
Schaumburg, IL -
847-969-0561-222
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Financial Management Budget Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Cook County
Listing Location: 4.50 miles from Hoffman Estates


The Greater Chicagoland Fellowship Club-voluntary Removal - Hanover Park

1969 Ontarioville Road
Hanover Park, IL - 60133
630-837-9400
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: 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 Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Cook County
Listing Location: 5.39 miles from Hoffman Estates


The Moorings - Roselle

571 Plum Grove Rd
Roselle, IL - 60172
(630) 893-7470
The Moorings is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact The Moorings for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Cook County
Listing Location: 5.76 miles from Hoffman Estates

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Palatine Senior Residences - Palatine

450 East Baldwin Road
Palatine, IL - 60067
(847) 776-9420
Palatine Senior Residences is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Palatine Senior Residences for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Cook County
Listing Location: 5.98 miles from Hoffman Estates

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Roselle Apartments - Roselle

439 Lawrence Ave
Roselle, IL - 60172
(708) 832-9705
Roselle Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Roselle Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Cook County
Listing Location: 6.15 miles from Hoffman Estates

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Good Shepherd Manor - Barrington

445 E Main St
Barrington, IL - 60010
(847) 382-1650
Good Shepherd Manor is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Good Shepherd Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Cook County
Listing Location: 6.31 miles from Hoffman Estates

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cedar Village Of Arlington Heights - Arlington Heights

320 W Campbell St
Arlington Heights, IL - 60005
(847) 506-1010
Cedar Village Of Arlington Heights is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cedar Village Of Arlington Heights for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Cook County
Listing Location: 7.10 miles from Hoffman Estates

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Hoffman Estates, 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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