Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Elwood, IL 60421
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 60421 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Elwood, IL 60421. 34 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 60421
The 20 closest of 34 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Salem Village III
1315 Rowell Ave, Joliet, IL 60433
6.1 mi away
242 units · 98 income-restricted · 1 BR
509 Florence
509 Florence Ave, Joliet, IL 60433
7.1 mi away
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Mound Road Apartments
4201 Mound Rd, Joliet, IL 60436
7.1 mi away
8 units · 2 BR · People with disabilities
Margaret Street Group Homes
501 S Margaret St, Joliet, IL 60436
7.1 mi away
6 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Rgp Apartments
201 Pleasant Street, Joliet, IL 60436
7.3 mi away
8 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
John Murphy Center
159 S Joliet St, Joliet, IL 60436
7.4 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Joliet
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Briggs-Rosalind Homes
6 S Broadway St, Joliet, IL 60436
7.5 mi away
74 units · 66 income-restricted · 3–4+ BR
Victory Senior Centre Phase II
29 N Broadway St, Joliet, IL 60435
7.6 mi away
30 units · Studio–1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Victory Senior Centre
31 N Broadway St, Joliet, IL 60435
7.6 mi away
57 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Marycrest Village
2115 Marmion Ave, Joliet, IL 60436
7.8 mi away
57 units · 56 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Louis Joliet Apts
22 E Clinton St, Joliet, IL 60432
7.8 mi away
61 units · 48 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Senior Suites of Joliet
215 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL 60432
7.9 mi away
88 units · 85 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
309-311 Young's Avenue
309 Youngs Ave, Joliet, IL 60432
8 mi away
2 units · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Scattered Sites
2200 Oneida St, Joliet, IL 60435
8.1 mi away
173 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Joliet
- Residents waited about 30 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
John Holmes Complex
401 N Bluff St, Joliet, IL 60435
8.1 mi away
170 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Joliet
- Residents waited about 16 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Wilco Residences
303 Bridge St, Joliet, IL 60435
8.2 mi away
24 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Countryside River
335 N First St, Wilmington, IL 60481
8.3 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 60421
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,560/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $62,400/yr
- Renters in 60421 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 29%
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 | 60421 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,300 | $1,678 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,380 | $1,780 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,560 | $2,011 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,010 | $2,586 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,290 | $2,954 |
Wider area = Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 9 nearby ZIPs range from $1,460 (60481) to $2,320 (60410).
Census figures for 60421 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,188. Median household income $103,083. 12% of homes are rented. 29% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 29% 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 60421's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 60421Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Elwood, IL 60421?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Elwood, IL 60421, 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 Elwood, IL 60421 have openings?
These lists for Elwood, IL 60421 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 Elwood, IL 60421?
Use the phone number on each building card in Elwood, IL 60421. 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 Elwood, IL 60421?
In Elwood, IL 60421, 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 60421?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 60421 right now. 34 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 60421?
Yes — this page also lists 34 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Elwood, IL 60421 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Elwood, IL 60421?
Most income-restricted buildings in Elwood, IL 60421 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 Elwood, IL 60421?
For many programs in Elwood, IL 60421, 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 Elwood, IL 60421?
There is no single waiting list for Elwood, IL 60421. 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 Elwood, IL 60421?
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 Elwood, IL 60421?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Elwood, IL 60421, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Elwood, IL 60421 is $1,560 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 Elwood, IL 60421?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Elwood, IL 60421. 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 Elwood, IL 60421?
This page may still list buildings in Elwood, IL 60421 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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