Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Olive Branch, IL 62969
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 62969 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Olive Branch, IL 62969. 18 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 62969
Miller Caryle Apts
2110 W Lake Dr, Miller City, IL 62962
4.4 mi away
19 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Cedar Villa Apts
4th Missouri St, Tamms, IL 62988
6.3 mi away
6 units · Studio–1 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Little Egypt Hsng
36 Scattered Sites, Cairo, IL 62914
6.6 mi away
36 units · 3–4+ BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Tamms Front Street Apts
306 Front St, Tamms, IL 62988
7.4 mi away
6 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Pulaski County Apts
323 N Chestnut St, Pulaski, IL 62976
8.8 mi away
20 units · 1–2 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Mounds
110 Front St, Mound City, IL 62963
10.2 mi away
130 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Pulaski County
- Residents waited about 8 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Karnak Apts
201 Illinois Ave, Mound City, IL 62963
10.2 mi away
8 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Illmo
109 E Hickory St, Scott City, MO 63780
11 mi away
30 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Illmo
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Oak Street Apts
1038 Oak St, Scott City, MO 63780
11.5 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Oak Street Apts
1032 Oak Street, Scott City, MO 63780
11.6 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Scott City I Apartments
404 N Lincoln St, Scott City, MO 63780
12 mi away
40 units · 1 BR
- 6 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Little Egypt Vlg
310 18th St, Cairo, IL 62914
12.2 mi away
17 units · 2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Scattered Sites
3 Moreland Mnr, Cairo, IL 62914
12.6 mi away
54 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Alexander County Housing Authority
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Loarn L Shuemaker Bldg
1100 Halliday Ave, Cairo, IL 62914
13.2 mi away
43 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Alexander County Housing Authority
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 62969
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $980/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $39,200/yr
Income limits (2026)
Cape Girardeau, MO-IL area · median family income $90,200. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $18,950 | $31,600 | $50,550 |
| 2 | $21,650 | $36,100 | $57,750 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $40,600 | $64,950 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $45,100 | $72,150 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $48,750 | $77,950 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $52,350 | $83,700 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $55,950 | $89,500 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $59,550 | $95,250 |
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 | 62969 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $730 | $757 |
| 1 bedroom | $810 | $833 |
| 2 bedrooms | $980 | $1,012 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,360 | $1,401 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,640 | $1,692 |
Wider area = Cape Girardeau, MO-IL. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 9 nearby ZIPs range from $930 (62964) to $1,150 (62963).
Census figures for 62969 (2020–2024 average): 13% of homes are rented.
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 62969's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 62969Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Olive Branch, IL 62969?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Olive Branch, IL 62969, 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 Olive Branch, IL 62969 have openings?
These lists for Olive Branch, IL 62969 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 Olive Branch, IL 62969?
Use the phone number on each building card in Olive Branch, IL 62969. 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 Olive Branch, IL 62969?
In Olive Branch, IL 62969, 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 62969?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 62969 right now. 18 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 62969?
Yes — this page also lists 18 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Olive Branch, IL 62969 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Olive Branch, IL 62969?
Most income-restricted buildings in Olive Branch, IL 62969 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 $31,600, and $45,100 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($50,550 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 Olive Branch, IL 62969?
For many programs in Olive Branch, IL 62969, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,600 a year for 1 person and $45,100 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $50,550 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 Olive Branch, IL 62969?
There is no single waiting list for Olive Branch, IL 62969. 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 Olive Branch, IL 62969?
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 Olive Branch, IL 62969?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Olive Branch, IL 62969, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Olive Branch, IL 62969 is $980 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 Olive Branch, IL 62969?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Olive Branch, IL 62969. 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 Olive Branch, IL 62969?
This page may still list buildings in Olive Branch, IL 62969 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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