Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Sterling, IL

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the Whiteside County Public Housing Authority.

Income may not exceed 50% of the median income from the table below. The Housing Authority must provide 75 percent of vouchers to those whose income does not exceed 30% of the median income listed below.

HUD Income Limits 2024 in Sterling, IL.

HUD Designated Metro Area: Income Limits

2024	Median Family Income	2024 Yearly Income Limit	2024 Yearly Income Limit - Person(s) in Family
Income Limits		Category	1	2	3	4	5
Whiteside County, IL	$85,500	Very Low Income (50%)	$29,950	$34,200	$38,500	$42,750	$46,200
		Extremely Low Income (30%)	$18,000	$20,550	$25,820	$31,200	$36,580
		Low Income (80%)	$47,900	$54,750	$61,600	$68,400	$73,900

Whiteside County Public Housing Authorities

We have listed all of the housing authorities in Whiteside County. Using the chart above, if you qualify as low income (Very Low Income OR Extremely Low Income), we recommend that you visit your local housing authority. They should be your first stop for housing and rental assistance programs.
1. To get on the waiting list for Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8), visit the links provided below to the closest Whiteside County housing authority to your city in your city.
2. You can also visit the Housing Authority for other low income housing programs with rent assistance.

Public Housing Eligibility

To be eligible for public housing, households must meet the following requirements:
1. Have an income that is below a certain level.
2. Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident.
3. Have a demonstrated need for housing assistance.

Public housing tenants pay rent based on their income. The rent is typically set at 30% of the household's monthly income.
If you are interested in learning more about public housing, or if you think you may be eligible, you can contact your local housing authority (lsted above). The Public Housing Authority can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for public housing assistance.

Whiteside County Housing Authority

401 W 18th Street
Rock Falls, IL - 61071
Whiteside County
Website: http://wcopha.org/
Phone Number: (815) 625-0581

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HUD Housing Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties In Sterling, IL

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Sterling, IL. LIHTC apartment rents are not based on the tenants income. Income credit set aside brackets are selected during the apartment credit applications are used to determine the apartment rents.

The rents are based upon the Area Medium Income (AMI) and tenant based utility allowances. At least 20% of these apartments (listed below), must provide these low rates for low-income tenants.

HUD housing LIHTC Eligibility Requirements

Income: Households must earn below a certain income level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 60% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for LIHTC housing.
Citizenship or residency status: Households must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.
Need for housing assistance: Households must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that they must be unable to afford housing on their own.

In addition to the above requirements, some LIHTC properties may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for LIHTC housing, you can contact your local housing authority (listed above) or search for LIHTC properties (listed below).

LIHTC Maximum Rents

The maximum allowable rents are equal to 30% of the Area Medium Income (AMI), less the utility allowances.

HUD Fair Market Rents for Sterling, IL Whiteside County

Apartment Size	HUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For Area	LIHTC Maximum Rent
Studio Apartments	$589	Estimated $176.70 - utility allowance
One Bedroom Apartments	$644	Estimated $193.20 - utility allowance
Two Bedroom Apartments	$846	Estimated $253.80 - utility allowance
Three Bedroom Apartments	$1033	Estimated $309.90 - utility allowance

Available LIHTC Properties In Sterling, IL

Using the table above you can estimate what you would be paying by checking the LIHTC Maximum Rent section.

Contact these properties for openings and wait lists and price lists.

Dd Development Of Sterling I

2105 Freeport Rd
Sterling, IL - 61081
Total Apartment Units: 12
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 12
3 Bedroom apartments 12
Years In Service Since: 1993

Dd Development Of Sterling Ii

2105 Freeport Rd
Sterling, IL - 61081
Total Apartment Units: 10
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 10
3 Bedroom apartments 10
Years In Service Since: 1994

Ster-lynn Estates

215 E 25th St
Sterling, IL - 61081
Total Apartment Units: 78
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 78
2 Bedroom apartments 48
3 Bedroom apartments 12
Years In Service Since: 1998

Sterling Towers

2403 E 19th St
Sterling, IL - 61081
Total Apartment Units: 110
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 110
1 Bedroom apartments 110
Years In Service Since: 2001
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES

Parkview Place Of Sterling

2205 Oak Grove Ave
Sterling, IL - 61081
Total Apartment Units: 76
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 76
1 Bedroom apartments 38
Years In Service Since: 2009

Sterling Family Housing

2105 Freeport Rd
Sterling, IL - 61081
Total Apartment Units: 22
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 22
3 Bedroom apartments 22
Years In Service Since: 2012

Country Lane Apartments

11th & Woodburn Ave
Sterling, IL - 61081
Total Apartment Units: 48
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 48
1 Bedroom apartments 14
2 Bedroom apartments 24
3 Bedroom apartments 10
Years In Service Since: 2014
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES

HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Sterling, IL

The US Department of Housing and Urban Development provides active listings of Section 8 and Multifamily apartments. We have listed them below for you to contact. Check with them to see if they have current availabilities and/or waiting lists. With Section 8 properties, you will need a voucher. Contact the Whiteside County Public Housing Authorities, listed at the top of this page.

Eligibility for HUD Housing Section 8, you must meet the following requirements:

Income: Your income must be below a certain level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 50% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for Section 8 housing.
Citizenship or residency status: You must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
Need for housing assistance: You must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that you must be unable to afford housing on your own.

In addition to the above requirements, some Section 8 programs may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for Section 8 housing, you can contact your local Public Housing Authority (listed above). The Public Housing Authorities can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for Section 8 assistance.

Tips To Get In To Section 8 Housing:

Local Rules: Each local housing authority has different rules around Section 8. Decide where you want to live and find the housing authorities in charge of those neighborhoods.
Applying for a Voucher: Contact your local Public Housing Agency (PHA) to apply for a voucher. They can tell you if they’re currently accepting new applicants and provide application details.
Payment Standards: Section 8 doesn’t specify a fixed dollar amount for rent assistance. Instead, the PHA sets a payment standard based on local housing market rates.

Sci Apartments Iv

2202 E 23rd Street
Sterling, IL - 61081
Phone: (815) 284-2834
Total Apartment Units: 12
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Greencastle Of Sterling, Inc.

15 East 23rd Street
Sterling, IL - 61081
Phone: (815) 625-1400
Total Apartment Units: 32
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Sterling Tower Apartments

2403 E. 19th St.
Sterling, IL - 61081
Phone: (815) 626-6873
Total Apartment Units: 111
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

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