Alternatives South §811 Peru, IL
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Alternatives South is a Section 811 PRAC (Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities) community in Peru, IL with 24 units reporting 83% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $378/month on average.
24
total units
83%
occupancy
$378
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Section 811 PRAC (Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities) |
|---|---|
| Address | 1519 26th St, Peru, IL 61354 Map → |
| Average household income | $15,530/yr |
| Average personal income | $15,530/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Households below 30% AMI | 74% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Alternatives South
Section 811 PRAC: supportive housing for adults with disabilities, income-based rent with services.
- Call or visit the management office at 1519 26th St, Peru; ask if the waitlist is open and request an application.
- Gather ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of all income. Applications are always free.
- Claim eligible preferences (homelessness, veteran, local residency) with documentation.
- Respond fast to interview letters; verify rent expectations against your budget (~$378/mo average here).
Other subsidized housing in Peru
- Peru Senior Housing LIHTCPB Section 8
- Peru Senior Housing Phase Ii LIHTCPB Section 8
- Cj Rentals LIHTC
- Jd Rentals LIHTC
- R&r Rentals LIHTC
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lasalle Manor LIHTCPB Section 8 | La Salle | 3.4 km |
| Robert L. Hughett Towers Ii Public Housing | La Salle | 3.5 km |
| Horizon Res. Alternatives, Inc. PB Section 8 | La Salle | 3.5 km |
| Oglesby Senior Housing Phase I LIHTC | Oglesby | 6.7 km |
← All subsidized housing in Peru
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Alternatives South have?
Section 811 PRAC (Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities). Section 811 PRAC: supportive housing for adults with disabilities, income-based rent with services.
How much is rent at Alternatives South?
Residents report average rents near $378/month in HUD administrative data. Under most federal programs you pay roughly 30% of adjusted income — your actual amount depends on household income and unit size.
How do I apply at Alternatives South?
Contact the management office at 1519 26th St in Peru. Ask whether the waitlist is open, request an application, and claim any preferences you qualify for. There is never a fee to apply for HUD-subsidized housing.