Centralia Site 1&2 — Income-Restricted Housing in Centralia, IL 62801
705 N Elm St, Centralia, IL 62801
193 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Marion County
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (618) 532-1894Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Housing Authority of Marion County. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (618) 532-1894.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 67 1 bedroom · 56 2 bedrooms · 70 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $327/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Dogwood Place Apts.
1102 E 13th St, Centralia, IL 62801
1.3 mi away
19 units · 1–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Maplewood Estates
104 Fairway Dr, Centralia, IL 62801
1.8 mi away
72 units · 1–2 BR
- 9 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rents and income limits in 62801
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $960/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $38,400/yr
- Renters in 62801 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 48%
Income limits (2026)
Marion County, IL area · median family income $81,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18,850 | $31,400 | $50,250 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $35,900 | $57,400 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $40,400 | $64,600 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $44,850 | $71,750 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $48,450 | $77,500 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $52,050 | $83,250 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $55,650 | $89,000 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $59,250 | $94,750 |
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 | 62801 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $700 | $661 |
| 1 bedroom | $790 | $767 |
| 2 bedrooms | $960 | $930 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,250 | $1,210 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,550 | $1,554 |
Wider area = Marion County, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (62877) to $1,010 (62893).
Census figures for 62801 (2020–2024 average): median rent $795. Median household income $52,017. 30% of homes are rented. 48% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 29% 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 62801's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 62801Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Centralia Site 1&2?
Apply through Housing Authority of Marion County, which runs Centralia Site 1&2. Call (618) 532-1894. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Centralia Site 1&2 Section 8 housing?
Centralia Site 1&2 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 Centralia Site 1&2?
Public records list 193 units at Centralia Site 1&2 in Centralia, IL 62801. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Centralia Site 1&2?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 62801 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 Centralia Site 1&2?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Centralia Site 1&2 in Centralia, IL 62801. 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 Centralia, IL 62801?
Most income-restricted buildings in Centralia, IL 62801 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 $31,400, and $44,850 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($50,250 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 Centralia, IL 62801?
For many programs in Centralia, IL 62801, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,400 a year for 1 person and $44,850 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $50,250 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 Centralia, IL 62801?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Centralia, IL 62801, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Centralia, IL 62801 is $960 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 Centralia Site 1&2 take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Centralia Site 1&2 has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Centralia, IL 62801 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Centralia Site 1&2.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 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. To add a different building, use the suggestion rubric.