Hilliard Homes Phase 1 — Income-Restricted Housing in Chicago, IL 60616
2031 South Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60616
151 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Chicago Housing Authority
Leasing office: (708) 292-5120Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Chicago Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (708) 292-5120.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 2006
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 15 1 bedroom · 2 2 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $327/mo
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Rents and income limits in 60616
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,270/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $90,800/yr
- Renters in 60616 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 47%
Income limits (2026)
Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL area · median family income $121,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $25,550 | $42,550 | $68,050 |
| 2 | $29,200 | $48,600 | $77,800 |
| 3 | $32,850 | $54,700 | $87,500 |
| 4 | $36,450 | $60,750 | $97,200 |
| 5 | $39,400 | $65,650 | $105,000 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $70,500 | $112,800 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $75,350 | $120,550 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $80,200 | $128,350 |
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 | 60616 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,890 | $1,678 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,010 | $1,780 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,270 | $2,011 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,920 | $2,586 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,330 | $2,954 |
Wider area = Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,500 (60609) to $3,020 (60661).
Census figures for 60616 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,342. Median household income $73,819. 61% of homes are rented. 47% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 22% 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 60616's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 60616Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Hilliard Homes Phase 1?
Apply through Chicago Housing Authority, which runs Hilliard Homes Phase 1. Call (708) 292-5120. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Hilliard Homes Phase 1 Section 8 housing?
Hilliard Homes Phase 1 is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.
How many units are at Hilliard Homes Phase 1?
Public records list 151 units at Hilliard Homes Phase 1 in Chicago, IL 60616. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Hilliard Homes Phase 1?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 60616 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 Hilliard Homes Phase 1?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Hilliard Homes Phase 1 in Chicago, IL 60616. 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 Chicago, IL 60616?
Most income-restricted buildings in Chicago, IL 60616 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 $42,550, and $60,750 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($68,050 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 Chicago, IL 60616?
For many programs in Chicago, IL 60616, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $42,550 a year for 1 person and $60,750 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $68,050 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 Chicago, IL 60616?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Chicago, IL 60616, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Chicago, IL 60616 is $2,270 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 Hilliard Homes Phase 1 take Section 8 vouchers?
Hilliard Homes Phase 1 is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.
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.