Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Thornton, IL 60476
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 60476 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Thornton, IL 60476. 35 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 5 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 60476
The 20 closest of 35 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Torrence Place
2320 Thornton Lansing Rd, Lansing, IL 60438
2.1 mi away
48 units · 3 income-restricted · 1 BR
Buford Walker Senior Housing
17725 Arcadia St, Lansing, IL 60438
2.4 mi away
60 units · 59 income-restricted · 1 BR
Thornwood Apartments
19440 Glenwood Rd, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
2.7 mi away
232 units · 230 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Garden House of River Oaks I
1350 Ring Road, Calumet City, IL 60409
2.7 mi away
145 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Pathway of River Oaks
1370 Ring Rd, Calumet City, IL 60409
2.8 mi away
109 units · 93 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Victory Centre of Calumet City (Slf)
1380 Ring Rd, Calumet City, IL 60409
2.8 mi away
105 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Harvey YMCA Elderly Housing
178 E. 155TH Street, Harvey, IL 60426
3.5 mi away
120 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
St. Andrews Manor
651 E. 151ST Place, Phoenix, IL 60426
3.5 mi away
57 units · 56 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Ginger Ridge
1954 Memorial Dr, Calumet City, IL 60409
3.7 mi away
469 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities
Vera Yate Homes
1044-1046 Lexington Circle, Ford Heights, IL 60411
4 mi away
116 units · 115 income-restricted · 1–4+ BR
Wentworth Gardens
1100 Wentworth Ave, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
4.2 mi away
180 units · Studio–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Our Saviors Senior Housing
14600 Indiana Avenue, Dolton, IL 60419
4.3 mi away
100 units · 99 income-restricted · 1 BR
Sunrise Apts
1315 Wentworth Ave, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
4.4 mi away
107 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority Cook County
South Suburban Chicago Heights
1040 Dixie Hwy, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
4.6 mi away
144 units · 115 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
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Rents and income limits in 60476
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,610/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $64,400/yr
- Renters in 60476 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 66%
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 | 60476 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,340 | $1,678 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,430 | $1,780 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,610 | $2,011 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,070 | $2,586 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,360 | $2,954 |
Wider area = Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,450 (46324) to $3,020 (60422).
Census figures for 60476 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,107. Median household income $59,647. 20% of homes are rented. 66% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 47% 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 60476's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 60476Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Thornton, IL 60476?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Thornton, IL 60476, 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 Thornton, IL 60476 have openings?
These lists for Thornton, IL 60476 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 Thornton, IL 60476?
Use the phone number on each building card in Thornton, IL 60476. 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 Thornton, IL 60476?
In Thornton, IL 60476, 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 60476?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 60476 right now. 35 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 60476?
Yes — this page also lists 35 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Thornton, IL 60476 (within about 5 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Thornton, IL 60476?
Most income-restricted buildings in Thornton, IL 60476 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 Thornton, IL 60476?
For many programs in Thornton, IL 60476, 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 Thornton, IL 60476?
There is no single waiting list for Thornton, IL 60476. 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 Thornton, IL 60476?
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 Thornton, IL 60476?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Thornton, IL 60476, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Thornton, IL 60476 is $1,610 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 Thornton, IL 60476?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Thornton, IL 60476. 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 Thornton, IL 60476?
This page may still list buildings in Thornton, IL 60476 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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