Orient, IL Low Income Housing

Orient, IL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Orient, IL

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Orient, 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 Orient, 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 Orient, Illinois - Franklin County

Studio Apartments $588
One Bedroom Apartments $774
Two Bedroom Apartments $972
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,040

List of Low Income Housing in or near Orient, IL

West Frankfort Village - West Frankfort

700-10 E. Cleveland
West Frankfort, IL - 62896
(618) 997-5365
West Frankfort Village is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact West Frankfort Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 3.49 miles from Orient

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Christopher Coachlight Apartments Affordable/ Public Housing - Christopher

908-910 West Helen
Christopher, IL - 62822
(618) 544-8645
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing Number of Units: 8 Floor plans: 1 and 2 bedroom Property email address: robinson@macocompanies.com Features and Amenities: Central Heat/Air Family Apartments Fire Stops Laundry Room Parking 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
Franklin County
Listing Location: 6.36 miles from Orient


Bloomfield Apartments Affordable/ Public Housing - Coello

409 Lockwood Court
Coello, IL - 62825
(573) 568-4516
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing Number of Units: 16 Floor plans: 1 and 2 bedroom Property email address: bloomfield@macoapts.com Features and Amenities: Baseboard Heat Family Apartments Fire Stops Laundry Room On-Site Manager Parking Play Ground Range/Hood Refrigerator Single Story Smoke Alarms Window Air This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 6.92 miles from Orient


Benton Park Apartments Affordable/ Public Housing - Benton

1412-1422 N Lincoln Drive
Benton, IL - 62812
(618) 544-8645
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing Number of Units: 24 Floor plans: 1 and 2 bedroom Property email address: robinson@macocompanies.com Features and Amenities: Baseboard Heat Family Apartments Fire Stops Laundry Room Parking Play Ground Range/Hood Refrigerator Smoke Alarms Two-Story Window Air This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 7.35 miles from Orient


Meadowbrook Apartments Affordable/ Public Housing - Benton

1413-1415 North Lincoln Drive
Benton, IL - 62812
(618) 544-8645
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing Number of Units: 18 Floor plans: 1 and 2 bedroom Property email address: oakparkvillage@macoapts.com Features and Amenities: Central Heat/Air Fire Stops Laundry Room Parking 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
Franklin County
Listing Location: 7.37 miles from Orient


Country Aire Apartments Affordable/ Public Housing - Thompsonville

Route 3 Second Street
Thompsonville, IL - 62890
(618) 544-8645
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing Number of Units: 16 Floor plans: 1 and 2 bedroom Property email address: robinson@macocompanies.com Features and Amenities: Central Heat/Air Family Apartments Fire Stops Laundry Room Parking Range/Hood Refrigerator Single Story Smoke Alarms This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 11.43 miles from Orient


Williamson County Housing Authority - Carterville

300 Hickory Street
Carterville, IL - 62918
(618) 985-2422
Williamson 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 these rentals or vouchers due to the overwhelming need for housing assistance and at times these lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and the 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 rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 11.90 miles from Orient


Cambria Properties Affordable/ Public Housing - Cambria

102 Ralph Street
Cambria, IL - 62915
(618) 544-8645
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing Number of Units: 23 Floor plans: 2 bedroom Property email address: robinson@macocompanies.com Features and Amenities: BBQ & Picnic Area Ceiling Fan(s) Central Heat/Air Family Apartments Fire Stops Laundry Room On-Site Manager Parking Picnic Area Play Ground Range/Hood Refrigerator Security Smoke Alarms This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 12.28 miles from Orient


Shawnee Village - Marion

1412 Shawneed Drive
Marion, IL - 62959
(618) 977-5365
Shawnee Village is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Shawnee Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 12.41 miles from Orient

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Sesser Coachlight Apartments Affordable/ Public Housing - Sesser

500 S Walnut Street
Sesser, IL - 62884
(618) 544-8645
Program type: Low-Income / Affordable Housing Number of Units: 8 Floor plans: 1 and 2 bedroom Property email address: robinson@macocompanies.com Features and Amenities: Central Heat/Air Family Apartments Fire Stops Laundry Room Parking Range/Hood Refrigerator Smoke Alarms This is a Low Income Housing community. Income restrictions apply. Contact the property for current availability; wait-lists may apply. ...see full details
Franklin County
Listing Location: 12.51 miles from Orient


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Orient, 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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