Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Alden, IL 60001
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 60001 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Alden, IL 60001. 14 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 9 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 60001
Woodstock Senior Apts
1310 N Seminary Ave, Woodstock, IL 60098
0.6 mi away
42 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Mapletree Apartments
1959-1965 Sheila Street, Woodstock, IL 60098
1.1 mi away
120 units · 117 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Walden Oaks
1200 Walden Oaks Drive, Woodstock, IL 60098
1.7 mi away
192 units · 150 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Woodstock Commons
1420 Commons Dr, Woodstock, IL 60098
2.9 mi away
170 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Crystal Terrace
192 Elmhurst Rd, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
8.4 mi away
80 units · 69 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Living Springs of McHenry Slf
4609 W Crystal Lake Rd, McHenry, IL 60050
8.5 mi away
99 units · 79 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
McHenry Scattered Site
190 Beardsley St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
9 mi away
22 units · 3 BR
- Apply through McHenry County Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Fox Hill Senior Housing, Inc.
302 Front Street, McHenry, IL 60050
9.1 mi away
61 units · 60 income-restricted · 1 BR
Pearl Street Commons, LLC
3512 Pearl Street, McHenry, IL 60050
9.6 mi away
25 units · 6 income-restricted · 1 BR
Hebron Meadows
11906 McKinley Ave, Hebron, IL 60034
9.9 mi away
16 units · 1 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 60001
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,011/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $80,500/yr
Income limits (2026)
Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL area · median family income $121,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $25,550 | $42,550 | $68,050 |
| 2 | $29,200 | $48,600 | $77,800 |
| 3 | $32,850 | $54,700 | $87,500 |
| 4 | $36,450 | $60,750 | $97,200 |
| 5 | $39,400 | $65,650 | $105,000 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $70,500 | $112,800 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $75,350 | $120,550 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $80,200 | $128,350 |
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 | Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,678 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,780 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,011 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,586 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,954 |
Two-bedroom fair market rents in 8 nearby ZIPs range from $1,450 (60072) to $2,190 (60012).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027. 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 60001's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 60001Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Alden, IL 60001?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Alden, IL 60001, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Alden, IL 60001 have openings?
These lists for Alden, IL 60001 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Alden, IL 60001?
Use the phone number on each building card in Alden, IL 60001. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Alden, IL 60001?
In Alden, IL 60001, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 60001?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 60001 right now. 14 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 60001?
Yes — this page also lists 14 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Alden, IL 60001 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Alden, IL 60001?
Most income-restricted buildings in Alden, IL 60001 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 $42,550, and $60,750 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($68,050 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 Alden, IL 60001?
For many programs in Alden, IL 60001, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $42,550 a year for 1 person and $60,750 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $68,050 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Alden, IL 60001?
There is no single waiting list for Alden, IL 60001. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Alden, IL 60001?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Alden, IL 60001?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Alden, IL 60001, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Alden, IL 60001 is $2,011 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Alden, IL 60001?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Alden, IL 60001. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Alden, IL 60001?
This page may still list buildings in Alden, IL 60001 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
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.
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