Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Lansing, IL 60438
2 affordable buildings in 60438 · 35 more within 6 mi
Lansing, IL 60438 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 2 Section 8 and 1 senior. 35 more are listed within 6 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 60438
Buford Walker Senior Housing
17725 Arcadia St, Lansing, IL 60438
60 units · 59 income-restricted · 1 BR
No buildings in 60438 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 35 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Victory Centre of Calumet City (Slf)
1380 Ring Rd, Calumet City, IL 60409
2.1 mi away
105 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Pathway of River Oaks
1370 Ring Rd, Calumet City, IL 60409
2.1 mi away
109 units · 93 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Garden House of River Oaks I
1350 Ring Road, Calumet City, IL 60409
2.1 mi away
145 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Golden Manor Apts
1201 175th St, Hammond, IN 46324
2.7 mi away
80 units · 76 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Flagstone Village
1332A Wilson Pl, Hammond, IN 46324
2.9 mi away
76 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Hammond
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Saxony Town Homes
1349 175th St, Hammond, IN 46324
2.9 mi away
68 units · 57 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR · People with disabilities
American Heartland Homes Two
7419 Freedom Ave, Hammond, IN 46324
2.9 mi away
49 units · 17 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Hammond
- Residents waited about 17 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
American Heartland Homes One
1317 173rd Pl, Hammond, IN 46324
2.9 mi away
94 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Hammond
- Residents waited about 32 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Columbia Center
7323 Chestnut Ave, Hammond, IN 46324
3 mi away
1 unit
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Hammond
Sibley
237 Highland St, Hammond, IN 46320
3.1 mi away
44 units · 35 income-restricted · Studio
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
15 Waltham St
15 Waltham St, Hammond, IN 46320
3.1 mi away
6 units · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Mount Zion Pleasant View Manor
940 E. Kenwood St, Hammond, IN 46320
3.2 mi away
128 units · 127 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Ginger Ridge
1954 Memorial Dr, Calumet City, IL 60409
3.9 mi away
469 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
584 Sibley St
584 Sibley St, Hammond, IN 46320
3.9 mi away
7 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 60438
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,780/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $71,200/yr
- Renters in 60438 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 52%
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 | 60438 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,490 | $1,678 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,580 | $1,780 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,780 | $2,011 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,290 | $2,586 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,610 | $2,954 |
Wider area = Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,300 (46320) to $2,680 (60473).
Census figures for 60438 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,271. Median household income $75,681. 28% of homes are rented. 52% 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 60438's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 60438Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Lansing, IL 60438?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Lansing, IL 60438, 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 Lansing, IL 60438 have openings?
These lists for Lansing, IL 60438 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 Lansing, IL 60438?
Use the phone number on each building card in Lansing, IL 60438. 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 Lansing, IL 60438?
In Lansing, IL 60438, 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 60438?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Lansing, IL 60438. 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 60438?
Yes — this page also lists 35 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Lansing, IL 60438 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Lansing, IL 60438?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lansing, IL 60438 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 Lansing, IL 60438?
For many programs in Lansing, IL 60438, 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 Lansing, IL 60438?
There is no single waiting list for Lansing, IL 60438. 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 Lansing, IL 60438?
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 in Lansing, IL 60438. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Lansing, IL 60438?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lansing, IL 60438, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lansing, IL 60438 is $1,780 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 Lansing, IL 60438?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Lansing, IL 60438. 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 Lansing, IL 60438?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Lansing, IL 60438. 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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