Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Rock Island, IL 61299
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 61299 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Rock Island, IL 61299. 87 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 8 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 61299
The 20 closest of 87 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Sieg Iron Lofts
320 E Fourth St, Davenport, IA 52801
1.5 mi away
53 units · 37 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Courtland Apts
321 E Seventh St, Davenport, IA 52803
1.6 mi away
36 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Voss Brothers Lofts
2125 Third Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201
1.6 mi away
35 units · 26 income-restricted · Studio–3 BR
Moline Enterprise Live-Work Lofts
1809 River Dr, Moline, IL 61265
1.6 mi away
69 units · 50 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Spencer Towers
111 20th St, Rock Island, IL 61201
1.7 mi away
199 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island
- Residents waited about 12 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Mississippi Lofts
106 E Third St, Davenport, IA 52801
1.7 mi away
56 units · 52 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Renaissance Apts
1723 Second Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201
1.8 mi away
24 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Hillside Heights
825 17th St, Moline, IL 61265
1.9 mi away
120 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Moline Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 11 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Moline High School Loft Apts
1001 16th St, Moline, IL 61265
1.9 mi away
60 units · 54 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 61299
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,056/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,300/yr
Income limits (2026)
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL area · median family income $97,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,500 | $34,150 | $54,600 |
| 2 | $23,400 | $39,000 | $62,400 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,900 | $70,200 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,750 | $78,000 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,650 | $84,250 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,550 | $90,500 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,450 | $96,750 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,350 | $103,000 |
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 | Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL |
|---|---|
| Studio | $787 |
| 1 bedroom | $852 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,056 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,396 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,697 |
Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,030 (52803) to $1,290 (52722).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027. 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 61299's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 61299Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Rock Island, IL 61299?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Rock Island, IL 61299, 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 Rock Island, IL 61299 have openings?
These lists for Rock Island, IL 61299 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 Rock Island, IL 61299?
Use the phone number on each building card in Rock Island, IL 61299. 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 Rock Island, IL 61299?
In Rock Island, IL 61299, 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 61299?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 61299 right now. 87 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 61299?
Yes — this page also lists 87 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Rock Island, IL 61299 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Rock Island, IL 61299?
Most income-restricted buildings in Rock Island, IL 61299 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 $34,150, and $48,750 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($54,600 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 Rock Island, IL 61299?
For many programs in Rock Island, IL 61299, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,150 a year for 1 person and $48,750 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $54,600 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 Rock Island, IL 61299?
There is no single waiting list for Rock Island, IL 61299. 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 Rock Island, IL 61299?
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 Rock Island, IL 61299?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Rock Island, IL 61299, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Rock Island, IL 61299 is $1,056 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 Rock Island, IL 61299?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Rock Island, IL 61299. 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 Rock Island, IL 61299?
This page may still list buildings in Rock Island, IL 61299 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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