Villa Ridge I — Income-Restricted Housing in Watseka, IL 60970
551 Clarence Ave, Watseka, IL 60970
24 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Leasing office: (805) 682-5660Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (805) 682-5660 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1980
- Income limit
- 60% AMI
- Bedrooms
- 18 1 bedroom · 6 2 bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 97/100 (May 2024) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
- USDA rental assistance
- 17 units (tenant pays about 30% of income)
- Accessible units
- 2
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Rents and income limits in 60970
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $930/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $37,200/yr
- Renters in 60970 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 52%
Income limits (2026)
Iroquois County, IL area · median family income $91,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,150 | $31,900 | $51,050 |
| 2 | $21,900 | $36,450 | $58,350 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $41,000 | $65,650 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $45,550 | $72,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $49,200 | $78,750 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $52,850 | $84,600 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $56,500 | $90,400 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $60,150 | $96,250 |
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 | 60970 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $710 | $706 |
| 1 bedroom | $710 | $711 |
| 2 bedrooms | $930 | $930 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,150 | $1,154 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,550 | $1,554 |
Wider area = Iroquois County, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (60928) to $1,100 (60945).
Census figures for 60970 (2020–2024 average): median rent $790. Median household income $46,688. 29% of homes are rented. 52% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 14% 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 60970's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 60970Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Villa Ridge I?
Call (805) 682-5660 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Villa Ridge I in Watseka, IL 60970. These records do not show openings.
Is Villa Ridge I Section 8 housing?
Villa Ridge I is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.
How many units are at Villa Ridge I?
Public records list 24 units at Villa Ridge I in Watseka, IL 60970. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Villa Ridge I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 60970 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 Villa Ridge I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Villa Ridge I in Watseka, IL 60970. 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 Watseka, IL 60970?
Most income-restricted buildings in Watseka, IL 60970 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 $31,900, and $45,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($51,050 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 Watseka, IL 60970?
For many programs in Watseka, IL 60970, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,900 a year for 1 person and $45,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $51,050 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 Watseka, IL 60970?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Watseka, IL 60970, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Watseka, IL 60970 is $930 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 Villa Ridge I take Section 8 vouchers?
Villa Ridge I is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, 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.