Forest Hills — Income-Restricted Housing in Dixon, IL 61021
803 E Graham St, Dixon, IL 61021
99 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Lee County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 24 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Housing authority: (815) 284-2759Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Lee County Housing Authority. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (815) 284-2759.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 19 1 bedroom · 36 2 bedrooms · 44 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $482/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
McReynolds Towers
1000 Washington Ave, Dixon, IL 61021
0.2 mi away
108 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Lee County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 14 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Kilker Apartments
668 Marclare St., Dixon, IL 61021
0.3 mi away
14 units · 13 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
Bruckner's First Apts
105 1/2 W First St, Dixon, IL 61021
1 mi away
6 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Canterbury House Apts
1501 Lowell Park Rd, Dixon, IL 61021
1.1 mi away
108 units · 102 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Dixon Manor
601 Countryside Ln, Dixon, IL 61021
1.4 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Rents and income limits in 61021
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
- Renters in 61021 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 46%
Income limits (2026)
Lee County, IL area · median family income $93,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,600 | $32,600 | $52,150 |
| 2 | $22,400 | $37,250 | $59,600 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $41,900 | $67,050 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $46,550 | $74,500 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $50,300 | $80,500 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $54,000 | $86,450 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $57,750 | $92,400 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $61,450 | $98,350 |
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 | 61021 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $700 | $648 |
| 1 bedroom | $780 | $785 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $930 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,280 | $1,288 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,450 | $1,387 |
Wider area = Lee County, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (61057) to $1,010 (61031).
Census figures for 61021 (2020–2024 average): median rent $879. Median household income $69,127. 27% of homes are rented. 46% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 16% 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 61021's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 61021Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Forest Hills?
Apply through Lee County Housing Authority, which runs Forest Hills. Call (815) 284-2759. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Forest Hills Section 8 housing?
Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills?
Public records list 99 units at Forest Hills in Dixon, IL 61021. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Forest Hills?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 61021 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 Forest Hills?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Forest Hills in Dixon, IL 61021. 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 Dixon, IL 61021?
Most income-restricted buildings in Dixon, IL 61021 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 $32,600, and $46,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($52,150 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 Dixon, IL 61021?
For many programs in Dixon, IL 61021, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $32,600 a year for 1 person and $46,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $52,150 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 Dixon, IL 61021?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Dixon, IL 61021, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Dixon, IL 61021 is $1,010 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 Forest Hills take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Forest Hills has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Dixon, IL 61021 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Forest Hills.
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.