Mt. Zion Apartments — Income-Restricted Housing in Mt Zion, IL 62549
100 Burgener Dr, Mt. Zion, IL 62549
48 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
How to apply
- Managed by Maco Management Co Inc. USDA does not publish a phone number for this property.
- Find contact info on USDA's Multifamily Housing programs page.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 2000
- Bedrooms
- 24 1 bedroom · 24 2 bedrooms
- USDA rental assistance
- 45 units (tenant pays about 30% of income)
- Managed by
- Maco Management Co Inc
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Mt. Zion Village Apartments
1451 Dogwood Dr, Mount Zion, IL 62549
1.4 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Woodford Indepedent Group Residence
111 Timari Ct, Decatur, IL 62521
5.4 mi away
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Heritage Place at Lakeshore Apts
1035 S Main St, Decatur, IL 62521
6.4 mi away
80 units · 68 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Scattered Sites
719 Cassell Ct, Decatur, IL 62521
6.7 mi away
95 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Decatur Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 52 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Belvedere Center Plaza
225 W Wood St, Decatur, IL 62523
7 mi away
123 units · 122 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Wabash Crossing
1001 N Ml King, Decatur, IL 62521
7.3 mi away
206 units · 175 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Decatur Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Wabash Crossing II
601 E Condit St, Decatur, IL 62521
7.3 mi away
175 units · 68 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Decatur Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Rents and income limits in 62549
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $970/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $38,800/yr
- Renters in 62549 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 23%
Income limits (2026)
Decatur, IL area · median family income $95,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,000 | $33,300 | $53,300 |
| 2 | $22,850 | $38,050 | $60,900 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $42,800 | $68,500 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $47,550 | $76,100 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $51,400 | $82,200 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $55,200 | $88,300 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $59,000 | $94,400 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $62,800 | $100,500 |
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 | 62549 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $760 | $851 |
| 1 bedroom | $770 | $857 |
| 2 bedrooms | $970 | $1,091 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,250 | $1,407 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,540 | $1,724 |
Wider area = Decatur, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 7 nearby ZIPs range from $960 (61925) to $1,180 (62521).
Census figures for 62549 (2020–2024 average): median rent $749. Median household income $100,566. 17% of homes are rented. 23% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 10% 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 62549's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 62549Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Mt. Zion Apartments?
No phone is listed for Mt. Zion Apartments. Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is Mt. Zion Apartments Section 8 housing?
Mt. Zion Apartments is listed as income-restricted housing in Mt Zion, IL 62549 (usda). It is not labeled as project-based Section 8 in this file. Call to ask which programs they run.
How many units are at Mt. Zion Apartments?
Public records list 48 units at Mt. Zion Apartments in Mt Zion, IL 62549. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Mt. Zion Apartments?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 62549 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 Mt. Zion Apartments?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Mt. Zion Apartments in Mt Zion, IL 62549. 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 Mt Zion, IL 62549?
Most income-restricted buildings in Mt Zion, IL 62549 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 $33,300, and $47,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($53,300 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 Mt Zion, IL 62549?
For many programs in Mt Zion, IL 62549, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $33,300 a year for 1 person and $47,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $53,300 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 Mt Zion, IL 62549?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Mt Zion, IL 62549, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Mt Zion, IL 62549 is $970 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 Mt. Zion Apartments take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Mt. Zion Apartments has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Mt Zion, IL 62549 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Mt. Zion Apartments.
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.