Winchester I — Income-Restricted Housing in Bluffs, IL 62621
310 W Wilson St, Bluffs, IL 62621
105 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Scott County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (217) 742-3174Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Scott County Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (217) 742-3174.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 68 1 bedroom · 18 2 bedrooms · 19 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $368/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Muntman Drive Apts
101 Muntman Dr, Winchester, IL 62694
9 mi away
16 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rents and income limits in 62621
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $970/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $38,800/yr
- Renters in 62621 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 33%
Income limits (2026)
Scott County, IL area · median family income $96,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,300 | $33,800 | $54,050 |
| 2 | $23,200 | $38,600 | $61,800 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,450 | $69,500 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,250 | $77,200 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,150 | $83,400 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,000 | $89,600 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $59,850 | $95,750 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $63,700 | $101,950 |
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 | 62621 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $680 | $648 |
| 1 bedroom | $740 | $711 |
| 2 bedrooms | $970 | $930 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,160 | $1,108 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,390 | $1,222 |
Wider area = Scott County, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (62665) to $1,210 (62628).
Census figures for 62621 (2020–2024 average): median rent $704. Median household income $82,500. 22% of homes are rented. 33% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 8% 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 62621's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 62621Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Winchester I?
Apply through Scott County Housing Authority, which runs Winchester I. Call (217) 742-3174. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Winchester I Section 8 housing?
Winchester I 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 Winchester I?
Public records list 105 units at Winchester I in Bluffs, IL 62621. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Winchester I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 62621 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 Winchester I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Winchester I in Bluffs, IL 62621. 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 Bluffs, IL 62621?
Most income-restricted buildings in Bluffs, IL 62621 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 $33,800, and $48,250 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($54,050 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 Bluffs, IL 62621?
For many programs in Bluffs, IL 62621, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $33,800 a year for 1 person and $48,250 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $54,050 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 Bluffs, IL 62621?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Bluffs, IL 62621, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Bluffs, IL 62621 is $970 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 Winchester I take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Winchester I has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Bluffs, IL 62621 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Winchester I.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.