Marengo, IL Low Income Housing

Marengo, IL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Marengo, IL

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Marengo, 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 Marengo, 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 Marengo, Illinois - McHenry 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 Marengo, IL

Walden Oaks - Woodstock

1224 Walden Oaks Dr
Woodstock, IL - 60098
(815) 338-7630
Walden Oaks is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Walden Oaks for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
McHenry County
Listing Location: 9.56 miles from Marengo

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

McHenry County Housing Authority - Woodstock

1108 N Seminary Avenue
Woodstock, IL - 60098
(815) 338-7752
McHenry County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for vouchers and rentals due to the overwhelming need for housing assistance 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 or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures.  Their office is available  8:30AM – 5:00PM  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday  8:30AM – 6:00PM Wednesday and 8:30AM – 4:00PM Friday to assist you.  ...see full details
McHenry County
Listing Location: 10.03 miles from Marengo


Mapletree Apartments - Woodstock

1959-65 Sheila Street
Woodstock, IL - 60098
(815) 338-5151
Mapletree Apartments is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mapletree Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
McHenry County
Listing Location: 10.59 miles from Marengo

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Shadley Apartments (ihda) - Belvidere

1151 Nettie St
Belvidere, IL - 61008
(815) 547-5255
Shadley Apartments (ihda) is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Shadley Apartments (ihda) for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
McHenry County
Listing Location: 11.15 miles from Marengo

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Village Green-genoa - Genoa

216-26 Railroad Ave
Genoa, IL - 60135
(815) 397-3755
Village Green-genoa is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Village Green-genoa for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
McHenry County
Listing Location: 11.20 miles from Marengo

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Boone County Housing Authority - Belvidere

505 South State Street
Belvidere, IL - 61008
(815) 544-0084
Boone County Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of the areas Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. This program is income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for this program 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 please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of assistance, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
McHenry County
Listing Location: 11.84 miles from Marengo


Sheffield Meadow Apartments - Belvidere

1800 Maple Ave
Belvidere, IL - 61008
(815) 544-4300
Sheffield Meadow Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Sheffield Meadow Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
McHenry County
Listing Location: 12.15 miles from Marengo

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Green Farms Town Houses - Belvidere

1574 W. 6th Street
Belvidere, IL - 61008
(815) 544-0390
Green Farms Town Houses is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Green Farms Town Houses for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
McHenry County
Listing Location: 12.75 miles from Marengo

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Jackson Street Townhouses - Belvidere

619 Garden Drive
Belvidere, IL - 61008
(815) 544-6263
Jackson Street Townhouses is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Jackson Street Townhouses for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
McHenry County
Listing Location: 12.84 miles from Marengo

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Crystal Terrace - Crystal Lake

192 Elmhurst Rd
Crystal Lake, IL - 60014
(815) 338-5151
Crystal Terrace is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Crystal Terrace for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
McHenry County
Listing Location: 14.43 miles from Marengo

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Marengo, 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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