Affordable & Low-Income Housing in East Saint Louis, IL
33 affordable buildings in East Saint Louis · 7 ZIP codes
East Saint Louis, IL has 33 income-restricted buildings across 7 ZIP codes: 6 tax credit, 16 public housing, 12 Section 8, and 4 senior. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In East Saint Louis
John Deshields Homes
1235 McCasland Ave, E St Louis, IL 62201
314 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
- Residents waited about 15 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Roosevelt Homes
1328 N 44th St, East Saint Louis, IL 62204
292 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
- Residents waited about 35 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
AMP 2 Private Mathison/Hawthorne
5914 Clarita St, Cahokia Heights, IL 62207
257 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through St. Clair County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Samuel Gompers Homes
450 N 6th St, E St Louis, IL 62201
232 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
- Residents waited about 34 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Orr-Weathers Apts
1400 Missouri Ave, E St Louis, IL 62201
209 units
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
Emmet Griffin Homes
2630 Lincoln Ave, East Saint Louis, IL 62204
194 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
- Residents waited about 28 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Lansdowne Towers
2903 Waverly Ave, Washingtn Park, IL 62204
177 units
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
Central City Apartments
1404A Walter St, East Saint Louis, IL 62205
84 units · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
- Residents waited about 176 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Dawson Manor
1733-1743 Russell Avenue, East Saint Louis, IL 62207
80 units · 79 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Touchette Elderly Apartments
5900 Bond Avenue, Centreville, IL 62207
75 units · 74 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Jazz at Walter Circle
East St Louis, IL 62205
74 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
- Most residents are 62 or older
Orr-Weathers Apts
1400 Missouri Ave, E St Louis, IL 62201
72 units
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
AMP 3 Ernest Smith Sr. Apts.
4701 Pearl Ave, Cahokia Heights, IL 62207
58 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through St. Clair County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Rush Senior Gardens
1520 Bond Avenue, East Saint Louis, IL 62207
53 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Turnkey-Scattered Sites
1832 Russell Ave, East Saint Louis, IL 62207
52 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Touchette Elderly Apartments Phase II
5900 Bond, Centreville, IL 62207
50 units · 49 income-restricted · 1 BR
AMP 5 Scattered Sites North
1923A N 61st St, Washingtn Park, IL 62204
32 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through St. Clair County Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Eaton/Wilford Manor
3911 State Street, East Saint Louis, IL 62205
24 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Phoenix Courts Estates
7721 Marybelle Ave, Centreville, IL 62203
10 units
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
Center for Independent Living
1501 S G St, East Saint Louis, IL 62207
9 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Forest Boulevard Estates
4201 Forest Blvd, East Saint Louis, IL 62204
7 units
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Infill-Scattered Sites
611 N 33rd St, East Saint Louis, IL 62205
6 units · 4 income-restricted
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Parsons Place
1060 N 18th St, East Saint Louis, IL 62201
276 units · Studio–3 BR · People with disabilities
Centreville Courts
100 Grambling Ct, East Saint Louis, IL 62207
120 units · 103 income-restricted · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
Village Place Apts
304 Cooper Dr, Cahokia, IL 62206
22 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in East Saint Louis match this filter.
Programs in East Saint Louis
- Tax credit
- Public housing
- Section 8
- Seniors
ZIP codes in East Saint Louis
Nearby cities
Housing authorities
Public housing in East Saint Louis is run by these agencies. Apply with them, not at the building.
- The Housing Authority of City of East St. LouisCall (618) 646-7176
- St. Clair County Housing AuthorityCall (618) 277-6988
Rents and income limits in 62207
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,080/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $43,200/yr
- Renters in 62207 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 53%
Income limits (2026)
St. Louis, MO-IL area · median family income $113,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $23,850 | $39,750 | $63,600 |
| 2 | $27,250 | $45,400 | $72,650 |
| 3 | $30,650 | $51,100 | $81,750 |
| 4 | $34,050 | $56,750 | $90,800 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $61,300 | $98,100 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $65,850 | $105,350 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $70,400 | $112,600 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $74,950 | $119,900 |
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 | 62207 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $850 | $1,064 |
| 1 bedroom | $880 | $1,104 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,080 | $1,349 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,390 | $1,731 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,600 | $1,997 |
Wider area = St. Louis, MO-IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $990 (62201) to $1,600 (63101).
Census figures for 62207 (2020–2024 average): median rent $723. Median household income $29,845. 51% of homes are rented. 53% 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 62207's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 62207Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in East Saint Louis, IL?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in East Saint Louis, IL, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in East Saint Louis, IL have openings?
These lists for East Saint Louis, IL don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in East Saint Louis, IL?
Use the phone number on each building card in East Saint Louis, IL. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in East Saint Louis, IL?
In East Saint Louis, IL, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in East Saint Louis, IL?
This directory lists 33 income-restricted buildings in East Saint Louis, IL. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Which ZIP codes in East Saint Louis have affordable housing?
Income-restricted buildings in East Saint Louis are listed in 62207 (12), 62201 (7), 62205 (6), 62204 (5), 62202 (1), 62203 (1), 62206 (1).
Where do I apply for public housing in East Saint Louis?
Public housing in East Saint Louis is run by The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis and St. Clair County Housing Authority. Apply with those agencies, not at the building. For project-based Section 8 and tax-credit apartments, call the phone number on the building card.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in East Saint Louis, IL?
Most income-restricted buildings in East Saint Louis, IL 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 $39,750, and $56,750 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($63,600 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 East Saint Louis, IL?
For many programs in East Saint Louis, IL, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $39,750 a year for 1 person and $56,750 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $63,600 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in East Saint Louis, IL?
There is no single waiting list for East Saint Louis, IL. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in East Saint Louis, IL?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in East Saint Louis, IL. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in East Saint Louis, IL?
In public housing and most Section 8 in East Saint Louis, IL, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near East Saint Louis, IL is $1,080 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in East Saint Louis, IL?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in East Saint Louis, IL. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in East Saint Louis, IL?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in East Saint Louis, IL. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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.
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