Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Carol Stream, IL 60199
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 60199 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Carol Stream, IL 60199. 19 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 6 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 60199
Canticle Place
26 W 105 Roosevelt Rd, Wheaton, IL 60187
2.6 mi away
12 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Marian Park
980 - 1042 Community Drive, Wheaton, IL 60187
2.7 mi away
210 units · 142 income-restricted · Studio–4+ BR · People with disabilities
Forest Apartments
520 Forest Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
2.9 mi away
80 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Oak Tree Towers
1110 1116 1120 1130 Warren Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515
4 mi away
164 units · Studio–1 BR
Covered Bridges
637 Burns St, Carol Stream, IL 60188
4.1 mi away
362 units · 292 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Abbey Apartments at Four Lakes
5650 Abbey Dr., Lisle, IL 60532
4.1 mi away
200 units · 78 income-restricted
Grove Senior Living
3737 Highland Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
4.3 mi away
269 units · 1–2 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Charles Court
300 N Charles Ave, Naperville, IL 60540
4.7 mi away
130 units · 129 income-restricted · 1 BR
Arboretum West
1005 E Division St, Lombard, IL 60148
5.7 mi away
11 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Warrenville Horizon Senior Living Community
28W620 Batavia Rd, Warrenville, IL 60555
5.7 mi away
67 units · 1–2 BR
Naperville Elderly Homes, Inc.i
310 W Martin AVE, Naperville, IL 60540
6.3 mi away
73 units · 30 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
Naperville Elderly Homes Phase II
310 Martin Ave, Naperville, IL 60540
6.3 mi away
26 units · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
Naper Grove Comm (Naperville)
1200 Rhodes Ln, Naperville, IL 60540
7.4 mi away
3 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 60199
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,280/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $91,200/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 | 60199 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,900 | $1,678 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,020 | $1,780 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,280 | $2,011 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,930 | $2,586 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,350 | $2,954 |
Wider area = Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,880 (60137) to $2,700 (60540).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 60199's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 60199Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Carol Stream, IL 60199?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Carol Stream, IL 60199, 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 Carol Stream, IL 60199 have openings?
These lists for Carol Stream, IL 60199 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 Carol Stream, IL 60199?
Use the phone number on each building card in Carol Stream, IL 60199. 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 Carol Stream, IL 60199?
In Carol Stream, IL 60199, 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 60199?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 60199 right now. 19 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 60199?
Yes — this page also lists 19 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Carol Stream, IL 60199 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Carol Stream, IL 60199?
Most income-restricted buildings in Carol Stream, IL 60199 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 Carol Stream, IL 60199?
For many programs in Carol Stream, IL 60199, 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 Carol Stream, IL 60199?
There is no single waiting list for Carol Stream, IL 60199. 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 Carol Stream, IL 60199?
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 Carol Stream, IL 60199?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Carol Stream, IL 60199, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Carol Stream, IL 60199 is $2,280 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 Carol Stream, IL 60199?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Carol Stream, IL 60199. 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 Carol Stream, IL 60199?
This page may still list buildings in Carol Stream, IL 60199 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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