Richmond, IL Low Income Housing

Types of Low Income Housing in Richmond, IL

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Richmond, 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.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Richmond, Illinois - McHenry County

Studio Apartments $1,399

One Bedroom Apartments $1,507

Two Bedroom Apartments $1,714

Three Bedroom Apartments $2,182

List of Low Income Housing in or near Richmond, IL

Creekview Apartments for Seniors - Richmond

5615 Liberty Street
Richmond, IL - 60071
(815) 862-2400
Low Income Housing Tax Credit Community. Housing Vouchers accepted. Income limits do apply. One and two-bedroom apartments, a host of on-site focused on health and wellness for seniors 55 and over. ...see full details
McHenry County

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Most apartments have waiting lists. Search early and do not just settle on one apartment choice.

Contact Your Local Housing Authority
Housing authorities have many opportunities. Many do have closed waiting lists, but they may be able to provide other public housing resources.

Check The Federal Poverty Sliding Scale Guidelines
Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.