Butts Apts #2 — Income-Restricted Housing in Springfield, IL 62704
606 W Lawrence Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
4 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
How to apply
- No phone is listed. Try visiting the property or asking the city housing office how to apply.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1990
- Bedrooms
- 2 1 bedroom · 2 2 bedrooms
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Rents and income limits in 62704
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,250/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $50,000/yr
- Renters in 62704 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 41%
Income limits (2026)
Springfield, IL area · median family income $114,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,150 | $40,250 | $64,350 |
| 2 | $27,600 | $46,000 | $73,550 |
| 3 | $31,050 | $51,750 | $82,750 |
| 4 | $34,450 | $57,450 | $91,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $62,050 | $99,300 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $66,650 | $106,650 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $71,250 | $114,000 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $75,850 | $121,350 |
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 | 62704 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $870 | $861 |
| 1 bedroom | $990 | $977 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,250 | $1,237 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,650 | $1,631 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,750 | $1,728 |
Wider area = Springfield, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 9 nearby ZIPs range from $1,180 (62707) to $1,550 (62711).
Census figures for 62704 (2020–2024 average): median rent $980. Median household income $69,976. 38% of homes are rented. 41% 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 62704's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 62704Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Butts Apts #2?
No phone is listed for Butts Apts #2. Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is Butts Apts #2 Section 8 housing?
Butts Apts #2 is listed as income-restricted housing in Springfield, IL 62704 (lihtc). It is not labeled as project-based Section 8 in this file. Call to ask which programs they run.
How many units are at Butts Apts #2?
Public records list 4 units at Butts Apts #2 in Springfield, IL 62704. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Butts Apts #2?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 62704 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 Butts Apts #2?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Butts Apts #2 in Springfield, IL 62704. 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 Springfield, IL 62704?
Most income-restricted buildings in Springfield, IL 62704 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 $40,250, and $57,450 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($64,350 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 Springfield, IL 62704?
For many programs in Springfield, IL 62704, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $40,250 a year for 1 person and $57,450 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $64,350 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 Springfield, IL 62704?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Springfield, IL 62704, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Springfield, IL 62704 is $1,250 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 Butts Apts #2 take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Butts Apts #2 has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in Springfield, IL 62704 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Butts Apts #2.
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. Report a correction.