Handicapped Units — Income-Restricted Housing in Bloomington, IL 61701
810 W Jackson St, Bloomington, IL 61701
80 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Bloomington, IL
- Residents waited about 23 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (309) 829-3360Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Bloomington, IL. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (309) 829-3360.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 74 1 bedroom · 6 2 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $422/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Lincoln Towers
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0.5 mi away
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Mayors Manor
500 W Washington St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.5 mi away
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Iwoodhill North
101 E Macarthur Ave, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.6 mi away
136 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Bloomington, IL
- Residents waited about 15 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Woodhill
104 E Wood St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.6 mi away
190 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Bloomington, IL
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Holton,sunnyside,evergreen
1416 W Market St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.7 mi away
200 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Bloomington, IL
- Residents waited about 19 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Douglas Apts
209 Douglas St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.8 mi away
52 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Fox Hill Apts
701 Fox Hill Cir, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.8 mi away
88 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Phoenix Towers (Ihda)
202 W Locust St, Bloomington, IL 61701
0.8 mi away
158 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Rents and income limits in 61701
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,260/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $50,400/yr
- Renters in 61701 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 43%
Income limits (2026)
Bloomington, IL area · median family income $117,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,600 | $40,950 | $65,550 |
| 2 | $28,100 | $46,800 | $74,900 |
| 3 | $31,600 | $52,650 | $84,250 |
| 4 | $35,100 | $58,500 | $93,600 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $63,200 | $101,100 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $67,900 | $108,600 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $72,550 | $116,100 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $77,250 | $123,600 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 61701 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $920 | $941 |
| 1 bedroom | $980 | $996 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,260 | $1,287 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,650 | $1,685 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,660 | $1,691 |
Wider area = Bloomington, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $1,240 (61761) to $1,590 (61705).
Census figures for 61701 (2020–2024 average): median rent $909. Median household income $57,130. 43% of homes are rented. 43% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 23% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 61701's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 61701Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Handicapped Units?
Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Bloomington, IL, which runs Handicapped Units. Call (309) 829-3360. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Handicapped Units Section 8 housing?
Handicapped Units is public housing, not a project-based Section 8 contract. Apply with the housing authority. A Housing Choice Voucher is a separate program.
How many units are at Handicapped Units?
Public records list 80 units at Handicapped Units in Bloomington, IL 61701. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Handicapped Units?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 61701 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Handicapped Units?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Handicapped Units in Bloomington, IL 61701. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Bloomington, IL 61701?
Most income-restricted buildings in Bloomington, IL 61701 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $40,950, and $58,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($65,550 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Bloomington, IL 61701?
For many programs in Bloomington, IL 61701, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $40,950 a year for 1 person and $58,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $65,550 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Bloomington, IL 61701?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Bloomington, IL 61701, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Bloomington, IL 61701 is $1,260 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Handicapped Units take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Handicapped Units has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Bloomington, IL 61701 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Handicapped Units.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.