Casa Queretaro LIHTCPB Section 8Public Housing Chicago, IL
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Casa Queretaro is a Public Housing community in Chicago, IL with 15 units reporting 93% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $439/month on average.
15
total units
93%
occupancy
$439
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 2012 W 17th St, Chicago, IL 60608 Map → |
| Average household income | $17,428/yr |
| Average personal income | $11,091/yr |
| People per unit | 1.6 |
| Moved in within last year | 21% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 71% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 57% |
How to apply at Casa Queretaro
LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
- Call or visit the management office at 2012 W 17th St, Chicago; 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 (~$439/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abla Public Housing | Chicago | 1.7 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Casa Queretaro have?
Public Housing; Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC); Project-Based Section 8. LIHTC tax-credit: units reserved for households within set income bands renting below market rate. Apply at the leasing office; you'll need steady income within limits.
How much is rent at Casa Queretaro?
Residents report average rents near $439/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 Casa Queretaro?
Contact the management office at 2012 W 17th St in Chicago. 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.