Affordable & Low-Income Housing in New Lenox, IL 60451
1 affordable building in 60451 · 28 more within 9 mi
New Lenox, IL 60451 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 Section 8. 28 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 60451
No buildings in 60451 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 28 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Salem Village III
1315 Rowell Ave, Joliet, IL 60433
5.2 mi away
242 units · 98 income-restricted · 1 BR
Liberty Meadow Estates Phase II
1508 Goldenrod Dr, Joliet, IL 60432
5.4 mi away
42 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Joliet
- Residents waited about 195 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
509 Florence
509 Florence Ave, Joliet, IL 60433
5.6 mi away
2 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
309-311 Young's Avenue
309 Youngs Ave, Joliet, IL 60432
5.8 mi away
2 units · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
1001 Wabash
1001 Wabash Ave, Joliet, IL 60432
5.9 mi away
1 unit · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
1001 Hacker
1001 Hacker Ave, Joliet, IL 60432
6 mi away
1 unit · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Lockport Senior Housing
1300 E Division St, Lockport, IL 60441
6.3 mi away
50 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Louis Joliet Apts
22 E Clinton St, Joliet, IL 60432
6.3 mi away
61 units · 48 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
John Murphy Center
159 S Joliet St, Joliet, IL 60436
6.5 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Joliet
- Residents waited about 3 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Senior Suites of Joliet
215 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL 60432
6.5 mi away
88 units · 85 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
John Holmes Complex
401 N Bluff St, Joliet, IL 60435
6.7 mi away
170 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Joliet
- Residents waited about 16 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Briggs-Rosalind Homes
6 S Broadway St, Joliet, IL 60436
6.7 mi away
74 units · 66 income-restricted · 3–4+ BR
Victory Senior Centre
31 N Broadway St, Joliet, IL 60435
6.7 mi away
57 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Victory Senior Centre Phase II
29 N Broadway St, Joliet, IL 60435
6.7 mi away
30 units · Studio–1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Rgp Apartments
201 Pleasant Street, Joliet, IL 60436
6.9 mi away
8 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Wilco Residences
303 Bridge St, Joliet, IL 60435
6.9 mi away
24 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Margaret Street Group Homes
501 S Margaret St, Joliet, IL 60436
8.3 mi away
6 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 60451
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,870/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $74,800/yr
- Renters in 60451 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 44%
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 | 60451 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,560 | $1,678 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,660 | $1,780 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,870 | $2,011 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,400 | $2,586 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,750 | $2,954 |
Wider area = Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,560 (60421) to $2,880 (60467).
Census figures for 60451 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,505. Median household income $137,404. 7% of homes are rented. 44% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 16% 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 60451's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 60451Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in New Lenox, IL 60451?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in New Lenox, IL 60451, 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 New Lenox, IL 60451 have openings?
These lists for New Lenox, IL 60451 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 New Lenox, IL 60451?
Use the phone number on each building card in New Lenox, IL 60451. 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 New Lenox, IL 60451?
In New Lenox, IL 60451, 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 60451?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in New Lenox, IL 60451. 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 60451?
Yes — this page also lists 28 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near New Lenox, IL 60451 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in New Lenox, IL 60451?
Most income-restricted buildings in New Lenox, IL 60451 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 New Lenox, IL 60451?
For many programs in New Lenox, IL 60451, 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 New Lenox, IL 60451?
There is no single waiting list for New Lenox, IL 60451. 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 New Lenox, IL 60451?
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 New Lenox, IL 60451. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in New Lenox, IL 60451?
In public housing and most Section 8 in New Lenox, IL 60451, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near New Lenox, IL 60451 is $1,870 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 New Lenox, IL 60451?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in New Lenox, IL 60451. 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 New Lenox, IL 60451?
This page may still list buildings in New Lenox, IL 60451 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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