Vernon, IL Low Income Housing

Vernon, IL Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Vernon, IL

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Vernon, 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 Vernon, 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 Vernon, Illinois - Marion County

Studio Apartments $627
One Bedroom Apartments $774
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,013
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,041

List of Low Income Housing in or near Vernon, IL

Emerald Pointe Apartments - Vernon Hills

695 Westmoreland Dr.
Vernon Hills, IL - 60061
(847) 367-4504
Emerald Point Apartments is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Emerald Point Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Emerald Pointe is one of Vernon Hills premiere apartment values with expansive one and two bedroom apartment homes, lush landscaping with tree-lined streets and a convenient location. You?ll enjoy cooking in newly remodeled kitchens with oak cabinetry and newer appliances. Enjoy your morning coffee at your cozy breakfast bar. Enjoy the extra value we offer by providing free heat, gas cooking and water. Enjoy shopping at the nearby Hawthorne Shopping Center and Historic Long Grove plus enjoy the convenience of being close to the Tri-State Tollway and Illinois Route 83. Ultimately Emerald Pointe provides you with a great apartment to come home to plus friendly professional service to match! * Spacious one and two bedroom apartment homes * Newly remodeled kitchens and baths * Eat-in kitchens plus a dining room * Cozy breakfast bar * Oversized patios and balconies * Ceiling fans * Window treatments * Energy efficient windows * Free heat, cooking gas and water! ...see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 2.44 miles from Vernon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Pebbleshire Apartments Ii - Vernon Hills

840-50 Cherry Valley Dr
Vernon Hills, IL - 60061
(630)545-4580
Pebbleshire Apartments Ii is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Pebbleshire Apartments Ii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 2.74 miles from Vernon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Arrowhead Village - Palatine

1912 Cambridge Ct
Palatine, IL - 60074
(847) 991-4466
Arrowhead Village is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Arrowhead Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 4.86 miles from Vernon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Rand Grove Village - Palatine

761-773 E Rand Grove Ln
Palatine, IL - 60074
847-991-0110
Rand Grove Village is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Rand Grove Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 5.37 miles from Vernon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Affordable Housing Corporation Of Lake County - Libertyville

1590 South Milwaukee Ave, Suite 312
Libertyville, IL - 60048
847-263-7478-27
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English Spanish...see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 5.40 miles from Vernon


One Deerfield Place - Deerfield

733 Osterman
Deerfield, IL - 60015
(847) 945-3661
One Deerfield Place is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact One Deerfield Place for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 5.55 miles from Vernon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Lake Manor Apartments - Mundelein

200 N Lake St
Mundelein, IL - 60060
(847) 361-4534
Lake Manor Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Lake Manor Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 5.68 miles from Vernon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Prairiebrook - Palatine

1245 Prairie Brook Dr
Palatine, IL - 60067
(847) 359-6677
Prairiebrook is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Prairiebrook for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 5.70 miles from Vernon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Lambs Residence No. 2 - Libertyville

14245 W. Rockland Rd.
Libertyville, IL - 60048
(847) 990-3701
Lambs Residence No. 2 Inc. is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Lambs Residence No. 2 Inc. for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 5.79 miles from Vernon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

The Lambs Farm - Green Oaks

14245 West Rockland Road
Green Oaks, IL - 60048
(847) 990-3701
The Lambs Farm is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact The Lambs Farm for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Marion County
Listing Location: 5.79 miles from Vernon

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Vernon, 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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