Zeigler Housing — Income-Restricted Housing in Royalton, IL 62983
105 S Fairdale St, Royalton, IL 62983
73 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Franklin
- Residents waited about 10 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Housing authority: (618) 932-2124Directions
How to apply
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Franklin. They run this development and take applications.
- Call the housing authority at (618) 932-2124.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Bedrooms (estimated)
- 36 1 bedroom · 15 2 bedrooms · 22 3 bedrooms
- Average tenant rent
- $372/mo
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Nearby income-restricted buildings
Herrin Group Homes
112 Sassie Lane, Herrin, IL 62948
6.7 mi away
16 units · 1 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Scattered Sites
301 N 14th St, Herrin, IL 62948
6.9 mi away
357 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Williamson
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Christopher Elderly
602 W Market St, Christopher, IL 62822
6.9 mi away
102 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Franklin
- Residents waited about 14 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Christopher Apts
908 W Helen Ave, Christopher, IL 62822
7.1 mi away
8 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Benton Place Senior Apts
1500 N Franklin Dr, Christopher, IL 62822
7.1 mi away
43 units · 42 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Rents and income limits in 62983
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $960/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $38,400/yr
- Renters in 62983 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 25%
Income limits (2026)
Franklin County, IL area · median family income $75,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18,850 | $31,400 | $50,250 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $35,900 | $57,400 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $40,400 | $64,600 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $44,850 | $71,750 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $48,450 | $77,500 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $52,050 | $83,250 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $55,650 | $89,000 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $59,250 | $94,750 |
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 | 62983 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $670 | $648 |
| 1 bedroom | $730 | $711 |
| 2 bedrooms | $960 | $930 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,260 | $1,225 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,360 | $1,315 |
Wider area = Franklin County, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (62822) to $1,130 (62948).
Census figures for 62983 (2020–2024 average): median rent $906. Median household income $57,667. 25% of homes are rented. 25% 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 62983's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 62983Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Zeigler Housing?
Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Franklin, which runs Zeigler Housing. Call (618) 932-2124. Do not treat a walk-up at the building as the application. These records do not show openings.
Is Zeigler Housing Section 8 housing?
Zeigler Housing 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 Zeigler Housing?
Public records list 73 units at Zeigler Housing in Royalton, IL 62983. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Zeigler Housing?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 62983 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 Zeigler Housing?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Zeigler Housing in Royalton, IL 62983. 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 Royalton, IL 62983?
Most income-restricted buildings in Royalton, IL 62983 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 $31,400, and $44,850 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($50,250 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 Royalton, IL 62983?
For many programs in Royalton, IL 62983, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,400 a year for 1 person and $44,850 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $50,250 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 Royalton, IL 62983?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Royalton, IL 62983, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Royalton, IL 62983 is $960 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 Zeigler Housing take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Zeigler Housing has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Royalton, IL 62983 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Zeigler Housing.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 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.