Monroe Street Apts. — Income-Restricted Housing in West Frankfort, IL 62896
1001 S Monroe St, West Frankfort, IL 62896
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
How to apply
- Managed by Shawnee Enterprises 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
- 1984
- Bedrooms
- 12 1 bedroom · 12 2 bedrooms
- USDA rental assistance
- 24 units (tenant pays about 30% of income)
- Managed by
- Shawnee Enterprises Inc
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Scattered Sites
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5.1 mi away
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- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Williamson
- Residents waited about 2 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
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Country View Apts.
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6.6 mi away
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- 9 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Benton Housing
102 S Buchanan St, Benton, IL 62812
7.4 mi away
175 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Franklin
- Residents waited about 9 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
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Rents and income limits in 62896
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $940/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $37,600/yr
- Renters in 62896 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 51%
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 | 62896 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $680 | $648 |
| 1 bedroom | $720 | $711 |
| 2 bedrooms | $940 | $930 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,240 | $1,225 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,310 | $1,315 |
Wider area = Franklin County, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 10 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (62874) to $1,220 (62890).
Census figures for 62896 (2020–2024 average): median rent $681. Median household income $55,458. 28% of homes are rented. 51% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 20% 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 62896's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 62896Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Monroe Street Apts.?
No phone is listed for Monroe Street Apts.. Try the city housing office or, for USDA rural properties, USDA's Multifamily Housing search. These records do not show openings.
Is Monroe Street Apts. Section 8 housing?
Monroe Street Apts. is listed as income-restricted housing in West Frankfort, IL 62896 (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 Monroe Street Apts.?
Public records list 24 units at Monroe Street Apts. in West Frankfort, IL 62896. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Monroe Street Apts.?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 62896 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 Monroe Street Apts.?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Monroe Street Apts. in West Frankfort, IL 62896. 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 West Frankfort, IL 62896?
Most income-restricted buildings in West Frankfort, IL 62896 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 West Frankfort, IL 62896?
For many programs in West Frankfort, IL 62896, 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 West Frankfort, IL 62896?
In public housing and most Section 8 in West Frankfort, IL 62896, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near West Frankfort, IL 62896 is $940 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 Monroe Street Apts. take Section 8 vouchers?
This file does not say that Monroe Street Apts. has a project-based Section 8 contract. Some landlords in West Frankfort, IL 62896 accept Housing Choice Vouchers; you have to ask. Apply for a voucher with the housing authority, then call Monroe Street Apts..
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.