Affordable & Low-Income Housing in East Saint Louis, IL 62204
5 affordable buildings in 62204 · 49 more within 6 mi
East Saint Louis, IL 62204 has 5 income-restricted buildings: 5 public housing. 49 more are listed within 6 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 62204
Roosevelt Homes
1328 N 44th St, East Saint Louis, IL 62204
292 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
- Residents waited about 35 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Emmet Griffin Homes
2630 Lincoln Ave, East Saint Louis, IL 62204
194 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
- Residents waited about 28 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Lansdowne Towers
2903 Waverly Ave, Washingtn Park, IL 62204
177 units
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
AMP 5 Scattered Sites North
1923A N 61st St, Washingtn Park, IL 62204
32 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through St. Clair County Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Forest Boulevard Estates
4201 Forest Blvd, East Saint Louis, IL 62204
7 units
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No buildings in 62204 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 49 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Eaton/Wilford Manor
3911 State Street, East Saint Louis, IL 62205
1.7 mi away
24 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Infill-Scattered Sites
611 N 33rd St, East Saint Louis, IL 62205
1.7 mi away
6 units · 4 income-restricted
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Jazz at Walter Circle
East St Louis, IL 62205
1.9 mi away
74 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
- Residents waited about 6 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
- Most residents are 62 or older
Parsons Place
1060 N 18th St, East Saint Louis, IL 62201
2 mi away
276 units · Studio–3 BR · People with disabilities
Central City Apartments
1404A Walter St, East Saint Louis, IL 62205
2.2 mi away
84 units · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
- Residents waited about 176 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Phoenix Courts Estates
7721 Marybelle Ave, Centreville, IL 62203
2.5 mi away
10 units
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
East Bank Pointe
4010 McCallum, East Saint Louis, IL 62205
2.8 mi away
50 units · 45 income-restricted · 3 BR
Samuel Gompers Homes
450 N 6th St, E St Louis, IL 62201
3 mi away
232 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
- Residents waited about 34 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Orr-Weathers Apts
1400 Missouri Ave, E St Louis, IL 62201
3 mi away
209 units
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
Orr-Weathers Apts
1400 Missouri Ave, E St Louis, IL 62201
3 mi away
72 units
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
Valley Ridge Senior Community
8805 Braden Dr, Caseyville, IL 62232
3.2 mi away
40 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Knollwood Retirement Center St Clair
912 Knollwood Village Rd, Caseyville, IL 62232
3.4 mi away
98 units · 83 income-restricted · Studio–1 BR
Rush Senior Gardens
1520 Bond Avenue, East Saint Louis, IL 62207
3.4 mi away
53 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
John Deshields Homes
1235 McCasland Ave, E St Louis, IL 62201
3.4 mi away
314 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
- Residents waited about 15 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
AMP 3 Ernest Smith Sr. Apts.
4701 Pearl Ave, Cahokia Heights, IL 62207
3.7 mi away
58 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through St. Clair County Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 62204
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,040/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $41,600/yr
- Renters in 62204 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 62%
Income limits (2026)
St. Louis, MO-IL area · median family income $113,500. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $23,850 | $39,750 | $63,600 |
| 2 | $27,250 | $45,400 | $72,650 |
| 3 | $30,650 | $51,100 | $81,750 |
| 4 | $34,050 | $56,750 | $90,800 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $61,300 | $98,100 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $65,850 | $105,350 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $70,400 | $112,600 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $74,950 | $119,900 |
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 | 62204 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $820 | $1,064 |
| 1 bedroom | $850 | $1,104 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,040 | $1,349 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,330 | $1,731 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,540 | $1,997 |
Wider area = St. Louis, MO-IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $990 (62201) to $1,600 (63101).
Census figures for 62204 (2020–2024 average): median rent $831. Median household income $35,346. 23% of homes are rented. 62% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 32% 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 62204's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 62204Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in East Saint Louis, IL 62204?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in East Saint Louis, IL 62204, 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 East Saint Louis, IL 62204 have openings?
These lists for East Saint Louis, IL 62204 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 East Saint Louis, IL 62204?
Use the phone number on each building card in East Saint Louis, IL 62204. 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 East Saint Louis, IL 62204?
In East Saint Louis, IL 62204, 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 62204?
This directory lists 5 income-restricted buildings in East Saint Louis, IL 62204. 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 62204?
Yes — this page also lists 49 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near East Saint Louis, IL 62204 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in East Saint Louis, IL 62204?
Most income-restricted buildings in East Saint Louis, IL 62204 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 $39,750, and $56,750 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($63,600 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 East Saint Louis, IL 62204?
For many programs in East Saint Louis, IL 62204, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $39,750 a year for 1 person and $56,750 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $63,600 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 East Saint Louis, IL 62204?
There is no single waiting list for East Saint Louis, IL 62204. 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 East Saint Louis, IL 62204?
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 public housing in East Saint Louis, IL 62204. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in East Saint Louis, IL 62204?
In public housing and most Section 8 in East Saint Louis, IL 62204, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near East Saint Louis, IL 62204 is $1,040 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 East Saint Louis, IL 62204?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in East Saint Louis, IL 62204. 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 East Saint Louis, IL 62204?
This page may still list buildings in East Saint Louis, IL 62204 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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