Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Downs, IL 61736
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 61736 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Downs, IL 61736. 16 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 61736
Hillcrest Apts
101 E Vine St, Leroy, IL 61752
5.8 mi away
29 units · 1 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Bradlee Park Apts
404 E Maple St, Le Roy, IL 61752
5.9 mi away
36 units · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
Anglers Manor
1017 S Mercer Ave, Bloomington, IL 61701
7.7 mi away
122 units · 96 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Heyworth Apts
Heyworth Apartments, Heyworth, IL 61745
9.3 mi away
20 units · 1–2 BR
- 8 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Woodhill
104 E Wood St, Bloomington, IL 61701
9.4 mi away
190 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Bloomington, IL
- Residents waited about 7 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Iwoodhill North
101 E Macarthur Ave, Bloomington, IL 61701
9.4 mi away
136 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Bloomington, IL
- Residents waited about 15 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Lincoln Towers
202 S Roosevelt ST, Bloomington, IL 61701
9.7 mi away
101 units · 100 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Fox Hill Apts
701 Fox Hill Cir, Bloomington, IL 61701
9.7 mi away
88 units · 1–3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Douglas Apts
209 Douglas St, Bloomington, IL 61701
9.7 mi away
52 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Mayors Manor
500 W Washington St, Bloomington, IL 61701
9.8 mi away
26 units · Studio · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Phoenix Towers (Ihda)
202 W Locust St, Bloomington, IL 61701
9.9 mi away
158 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Handicapped Units
810 W Jackson St, Bloomington, IL 61701
10 mi away
80 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Bloomington, IL
- Residents waited about 23 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Holton,sunnyside,evergreen
1416 W Market St, Bloomington, IL 61701
10.6 mi away
200 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Bloomington, IL
- Residents waited about 19 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 61736
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,250/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $50,000/yr
- Renters in 61736 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 25%
Income limits (2026)
Bloomington, IL area · median family income $117,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $24,600 | $40,950 | $65,550 |
| 2 | $28,100 | $46,800 | $74,900 |
| 3 | $31,600 | $52,650 | $84,250 |
| 4 | $35,100 | $58,500 | $93,600 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $63,200 | $101,100 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $67,900 | $108,600 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $72,550 | $116,100 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $77,250 | $123,600 |
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 | 61736 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $910 | $941 |
| 1 bedroom | $970 | $996 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,250 | $1,287 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,640 | $1,685 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,640 | $1,691 |
Wider area = Bloomington, IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 5 nearby ZIPs range from $1,180 (61752) to $1,440 (61704).
Census figures for 61736 (2020–2024 average): median rent $948. Median household income $110,444. 10% of homes are rented. 25% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 9% 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 61736's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 61736Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Downs, IL 61736?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Downs, IL 61736, 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 Downs, IL 61736 have openings?
These lists for Downs, IL 61736 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 Downs, IL 61736?
Use the phone number on each building card in Downs, IL 61736. 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 Downs, IL 61736?
In Downs, IL 61736, 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 61736?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 61736 right now. 16 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 61736?
Yes — this page also lists 16 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Downs, IL 61736 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Downs, IL 61736?
Most income-restricted buildings in Downs, IL 61736 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 $40,950, and $58,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($65,550 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 Downs, IL 61736?
For many programs in Downs, IL 61736, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $40,950 a year for 1 person and $58,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $65,550 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 Downs, IL 61736?
There is no single waiting list for Downs, IL 61736. 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 Downs, IL 61736?
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 Downs, IL 61736?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Downs, IL 61736, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Downs, IL 61736 is $1,250 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 Downs, IL 61736?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Downs, IL 61736. 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 Downs, IL 61736?
This page may still list buildings in Downs, IL 61736 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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