Thomson, IL Low Income Housing

Thomson, IL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Thomson, IL

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Thomson, 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 Thomson, 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 Thomson, Illinois - Carroll County

Studio Apartments $611
One Bedroom Apartments $774
Two Bedroom Apartments $942
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,187

List of Low Income Housing in or near Thomson, IL

Skyline Group Homes - Clinton

272 36th Avenue North
Clinton, IA - 52732
563-243-4065
Skyline Group Homes is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Skyline Group Homes for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Carroll County
Listing Location: 6.59 miles from Thomson

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Lyons Manor - Clinton

318 Main Avenue
Clinton, IA - 52732
563-242-5308
Lyons Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Lyons Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Carroll County
Listing Location: 7.47 miles from Thomson

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Countryside of Clinton - Clinton

1130 N 11th Street
Clinton, IA - 52732
(563) 243-0727
Countryside of Clinton offers 31 low income one and two bedroom units for Seniors. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list. If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below. ...see full details
Carroll County
Listing Location: 9.21 miles from Thomson


Clinton Block Apartments - Clinton

419 South Second St
Clinton, IA - 52732
(563) 242-0045
Clinton Block Apartments offers 19 low income one and two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list. If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below. ...see full details
Carroll County
Listing Location: 9.47 miles from Thomson


Van Allen Apartments - Clinton

200 5th Ave S
Clinton, IA - 52732
(563) 242-0045
Van Allen Apartments offers low income one and two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Office Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list. If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below. ...see full details
Carroll County
Listing Location: 9.48 miles from Thomson


Park Tower - Clinton

329 6th Avenue South
Clinton, IA - 52732
563-242-8843
Park Tower is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Park Tower for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Carroll County
Listing Location: 9.62 miles from Thomson

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Armstrong Apartments - IA - Clinton

721 2nd S Ave
Clinton, IA - 52732
(563) 243-6411
Armstrong Apartments offers 16 low income one and two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list. If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below. ...see full details
Carroll County
Listing Location: 9.67 miles from Thomson


Roosevelt School Apartments - Clinton

600 S. 4th St.
Clinton, IA - 52732
(563) 242-0045
Roosevelt School Apartments offers low income one and two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list. If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below. ...see full details
Carroll County
Listing Location: 9.68 miles from Thomson


West Heights Townhomes - Clinton

1155 14th Ave NW
Clinton, IA - 52732
(563) 242-0045
West Heights Townhomes offers 30 low income three and four bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list. If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below. ...see full details
Carroll County
Listing Location: 10.77 miles from Thomson


Sinnissippi - Mount Carroll

1124 Healthcare Drive
Mount Carroll, IL - 61053
815-284-6611
Sinnissippi is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Sinnissippi for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Carroll County
Listing Location: 11.12 miles from Thomson

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Thomson, 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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