Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Crete, IL 60417
5 affordable buildings in 60417 · 26 more within 8 mi
Crete, IL 60417 has 5 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit, 3 Section 8, and 1 senior. 26 more are listed within 8 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 60417
New Hope Trust Residences
1545 Williams Court, Crete, IL 60417
12 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
St James Senior Estates II
1251 E Richton Rd, Crete, IL 60417
45 units · 36 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 60417 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 26 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Steger Senior Housing LP
200 E 35th St, Steger, IL 60475
3.5 mi away
81 units · Studio–1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Steger Senior Housing II
3172 Loverock Ave, Steger, IL 60475
3.7 mi away
56 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
213 E 24th St
213 E 24th St, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
5.1 mi away
4 units · 2–4+ BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
2601 Commercial
2601 Commercial Ave, South Chicago Heights, IL 60411
5.2 mi away
12 units · 1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Thornwood House
1 Thornwood Dr, University Park, IL 60484
5.3 mi away
183 units · 182 income-restricted · 1 BR
Golden Tower I & II and Juniper Tower
1704 E End Ave, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
5.6 mi away
230 units · Studio–1 BR
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Beecher City Apts
104 S Sweazy St, Beecher, IL 60401
5.7 mi away
6 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Sunrise Apts
1315 Wentworth Ave, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
5.8 mi away
107 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority Cook County
Vera Yate Homes
1044-1046 Lexington Circle, Ford Heights, IL 60411
5.9 mi away
116 units · 115 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Wentworth Gardens
1100 Wentworth Ave, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
6 mi away
180 units · Studio–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Park Forest Senior Supportive Housing
101 Main St, Park Forest, IL 60466
6.1 mi away
79 units · Studio–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Park Forest Senior Living Center
151 Main St, Park Forest, IL 60466
6.1 mi away
95 units · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
One Magnificent Hickory
484 Hickory St, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
6.4 mi away
4 units · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
South Suburban Chicago Heights
1040 Dixie Hwy, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
6.5 mi away
144 units · 115 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Garden House of Park Forest
69 Park Ave, Park Forest, IL 60466
6.6 mi away
145 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Chicago Heights Apartments
619 West 15th Street, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
6.8 mi away
8 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Olympic Village
31 Olympic Vlg, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
7 mi away
320 units · 305 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Cedar Ridge Apartments
900 Cedar Ridge Ln, Richton Park, IL 60471
7.2 mi away
193 units · 192 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Oaks X Cedar Lake Rrh Landmark Managment
9720 W 133rd Ave, Cedar Lake, IN 46303
7.7 mi away
24 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 60417
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,840/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $73,600/yr
- Renters in 60417 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 68%
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 | 60417 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,540 | $1,678 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,630 | $1,780 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,840 | $2,011 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,370 | $2,586 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,700 | $2,954 |
Wider area = Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,430 (60475) to $2,410 (60461).
Census figures for 60417 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,391. Median household income $91,952. 10% of homes are rented. 68% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 24% 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 60417's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 60417Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Crete, IL 60417?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Crete, IL 60417, 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 Crete, IL 60417 have openings?
These lists for Crete, IL 60417 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 Crete, IL 60417?
Use the phone number on each building card in Crete, IL 60417. 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 Crete, IL 60417?
In Crete, IL 60417, 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 60417?
This directory lists 5 income-restricted buildings in Crete, IL 60417. 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 60417?
Yes — this page also lists 26 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Crete, IL 60417 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Crete, IL 60417?
Most income-restricted buildings in Crete, IL 60417 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 Crete, IL 60417?
For many programs in Crete, IL 60417, 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 Crete, IL 60417?
There is no single waiting list for Crete, IL 60417. 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 Crete, IL 60417?
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 project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Crete, IL 60417. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Crete, IL 60417?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Crete, IL 60417, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Crete, IL 60417 is $1,840 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 Crete, IL 60417?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Crete, IL 60417. 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 Crete, IL 60417?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Crete, IL 60417. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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