Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Zion, IL 60099
10 affordable buildings in 60099 · 42 more within 9 mi
Zion, IL 60099 has 10 income-restricted buildings: 7 tax credit, 1 public housing, 4 Section 8, and 3 senior. 42 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 60099
Horizon Villlage/West Zion Highland
4119 - 4205 Barberry Lane, Zion, IL 60099
272 units · 145 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Scattered Sites
1525 27th St, Zion, IL 60099
159 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the County of Lake, IL.
- Residents waited about 30 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Barton Senior Residences of Zion
3500 Emmaus Ave, Zion, IL 60099
130 units · Studio–1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
A Safe Place II
2720 17th St, Zion, IL 60099
20 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 60099 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 42 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Kirwan Apartments
2801 Sunset Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60087
4.7 mi away
24 units · 12 income-restricted · 1 BR
Waukegan Supportive Housing
2811 Sunset Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60087
4.7 mi away
23 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Brookstone Apts
4247 Hickory Hills Dr, Waukegan, IL 60087
4.7 mi away
168 units · 160 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Village Park Apts
2520 Village Park Dr, Waukegan, IL 60087
4.9 mi away
126 units · 100 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Armory Terrace RAD
1701-1719 N McAree Road, Waukegan, IL 60085
5.4 mi away
10 units · 1–2 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Chapel Garden Senior Apts
1605 N McAree Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085
5.4 mi away
22 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Assisi Homes of Gurnee
3595 Grand Ave., Gurnee, IL 60031
6.3 mi away
60 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Heritage Woods of Gurnee
3755 Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031
6.3 mi away
105 units · 84 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Gurnee Meadows
1400 Pauly Dr, Gurnee, IL 60031
6.6 mi away
96 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 60099
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,640/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $65,600/yr
- Renters in 60099 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 56%
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 | 60099 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,370 | $1,678 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,450 | $1,780 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,640 | $2,011 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,110 | $2,586 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,410 | $2,954 |
Wider area = Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 10 nearby ZIPs range from $1,480 (53143) to $2,400 (60083).
Census figures for 60099 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,160. Median household income $66,109. 35% of homes are rented. 56% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 27% 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 60099's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 60099Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Zion, IL 60099?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Zion, IL 60099, 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 Zion, IL 60099 have openings?
These lists for Zion, IL 60099 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 Zion, IL 60099?
Use the phone number on each building card in Zion, IL 60099. 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 Zion, IL 60099?
In Zion, IL 60099, 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 60099?
This directory lists 10 income-restricted buildings in Zion, IL 60099. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 60099?
Yes — this page also lists 42 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Zion, IL 60099 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Zion, IL 60099?
Most income-restricted buildings in Zion, IL 60099 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 Zion, IL 60099?
For many programs in Zion, IL 60099, 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 Zion, IL 60099?
There is no single waiting list for Zion, IL 60099. 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 Zion, IL 60099?
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. This page lists public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Zion, IL 60099. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Zion, IL 60099?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Zion, IL 60099, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Zion, IL 60099 is $1,640 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 Zion, IL 60099?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Zion, IL 60099. 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 Zion, IL 60099?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Zion, IL 60099. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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.
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