Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Joliet, IL
26 affordable buildings in Joliet · 5 ZIP codes
Joliet, IL has 26 income-restricted buildings across 5 ZIP codes: 13 tax credit, 4 public housing, 11 Section 8, and 5 senior. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In Joliet
Scattered Sites
2200 Oneida St, Joliet, IL 60435
173 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Joliet
- Residents waited about 30 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
John Holmes Complex
401 N Bluff St, Joliet, IL 60435
170 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Joliet
- Residents waited about 16 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Liberty Meadow Estates Phase II
1508 Goldenrod Dr, Joliet, IL 60432
42 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Joliet
- Residents waited about 195 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
John Murphy Center
159 S Joliet St, Joliet, IL 60436
40 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Joliet
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Lexington Court Group Home
7219 Lexington Ct, Joliet, IL 60431
6 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Margaret Street Group Homes
501 S Margaret St, Joliet, IL 60436
6 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Senior Suites of Joliet
215 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL 60432
88 units · 85 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Victory Senior Centre
31 N Broadway St, Joliet, IL 60435
57 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Victory Senior Centre Phase II
29 N Broadway St, Joliet, IL 60435
30 units · Studio–1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
309-311 Young's Avenue
309 Youngs Ave, Joliet, IL 60432
2 units · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
509 Florence
509 Florence Ave, Joliet, IL 60433
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
1001 Hacker
1001 Hacker Ave, Joliet, IL 60432
1 unit · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
1001 Wabash
1001 Wabash Ave, Joliet, IL 60432
1 unit · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in Joliet match this filter.
Programs in Joliet
- Tax credit
- Public housing
- Section 8
- Seniors
ZIP codes in Joliet
Nearby cities
Housing authorities
Public housing in Joliet is run by these agencies. Apply with them, not at the building.
- Housing Authority of JolietCall (815) 727-0611
Rents and income limits in 60435
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,880/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $75,200/yr
- Renters in 60435 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 55%
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 | 60435 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,570 | $1,678 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,660 | $1,780 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,880 | $2,011 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,420 | $2,586 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,760 | $2,954 |
Wider area = Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,770 (60432) to $3,030 (60585).
Census figures for 60435 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,168. Median household income $76,369. 34% of homes are rented. 55% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 30% 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 60435's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 60435Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Joliet, IL?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Joliet, 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 Joliet, IL have openings?
These lists for Joliet, 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 Joliet, IL?
Use the phone number on each building card in Joliet, 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 Joliet, IL?
In Joliet, 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 Joliet, IL?
This directory lists 26 income-restricted buildings in Joliet, 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 Joliet have affordable housing?
Income-restricted buildings in Joliet are listed in 60435 (10), 60436 (7), 60432 (6), 60433 (2), 60431 (1).
Where do I apply for public housing in Joliet?
Public housing in Joliet is run by Housing Authority of Joliet. Apply with that agency, 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 Joliet, IL?
Most income-restricted buildings in Joliet, 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 $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 Joliet, IL?
For many programs in Joliet, IL, 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 long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Joliet, IL?
There is no single waiting list for Joliet, 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 Joliet, 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 Joliet, IL. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Joliet, IL?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Joliet, IL, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Joliet, IL is $1,880 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 Joliet, IL?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Joliet, 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 Joliet, IL?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Joliet, 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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