Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Blue Island, IL 60406
2 affordable buildings in 60406 · 43 more within 5 mi
Blue Island, IL 60406 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit. 43 more are listed within 5 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 60406
Meadowview Apts (Fairview)
12500 Fairview Ave, Blue Island, IL 60406
98 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 60406 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 43 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Edward Brown and Turlington West
3210 West 139th Street, Robbins, IL 60472
1.3 mi away
223 units · 220 income-restricted · 1 BR
Richard Flowers
13990 S Grace Ave, Robbins, IL 60472
1.6 mi away
100 units · 1–4+ BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Calumet Park Senior Housing
12450 S Morgan St, Calumet Park, IL 60827
2 mi away
70 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Vail Apts
14721 Vail Ave, Harvey, IL 60426
2.3 mi away
30 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Pacesetter Phase I
13708 S Lowe Ave, Riverdale, IL 60827
2.3 mi away
130 units · 2–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Sun Rise/Family Service Centers
14740 Turner Avenue S., Midlothian, IL 60445
2.4 mi away
8 units · People with disabilities
Park Lawn Homes, Inc.
12615 S. Kostner Avenue, Alsip, IL 60803
2.5 mi away
15 units · Studio · People with disabilities
New Eden Green Venture
13251 S Dr Mlk Jr Dr, Riverdale, IL 60827
2.5 mi away
258 units · 256 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Orchard Place of Morgan Park/Beverly
11230 S Vincennes Ave, Chicago, IL 60643
2.5 mi away
24 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Hancock House
12045 S Emerald Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
2.5 mi away
89 units · 80 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Riverdale
335 W 138th St, Riverdale, IL 60827
2.8 mi away
52 units · 35 income-restricted · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority Cook County
- Residents waited about 36 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Oasis Senior Living
10860 S Vincennes, Chicago, IL 60643
3.1 mi away
218 units · Studio–1 BR · People with disabilities
Genesis Community Apartments
13037 S Daniel Dive, Riverdale, IL 60827
3.4 mi away
297 units · Studio–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 60406
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,500/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $60,000/yr
- Renters in 60406 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 54%
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 | 60406 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,250 | $1,678 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,330 | $1,780 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,500 | $2,011 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,930 | $2,586 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,200 | $2,954 |
Wider area = Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,470 (60426) to $2,290 (60428).
Census figures for 60406 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,084. Median household income $56,557. 48% of homes are rented. 54% 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 60406's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 60406Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Blue Island, IL 60406?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Blue Island, IL 60406, 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 Blue Island, IL 60406 have openings?
These lists for Blue Island, IL 60406 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 Blue Island, IL 60406?
Use the phone number on each building card in Blue Island, IL 60406. 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 Blue Island, IL 60406?
In Blue Island, IL 60406, 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 60406?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Blue Island, IL 60406. 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 60406?
Yes — this page also lists 43 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Blue Island, IL 60406 (within about 5 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Blue Island, IL 60406?
Most income-restricted buildings in Blue Island, IL 60406 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 Blue Island, IL 60406?
For many programs in Blue Island, IL 60406, 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 Blue Island, IL 60406?
There is no single waiting list for Blue Island, IL 60406. 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 Blue Island, IL 60406?
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 tax-credit apartments in Blue Island, IL 60406. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Blue Island, IL 60406?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Blue Island, IL 60406, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Blue Island, IL 60406 is $1,500 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 Blue Island, IL 60406?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Blue Island, IL 60406. 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 Blue Island, IL 60406?
This page may still list buildings in Blue Island, IL 60406 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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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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