Independence Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 Chicago, IL
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD LIHTC 2024
Independence Apartments is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) community in Chicago, IL with 44 units. Rents are set relative to household income.
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occupancy
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avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Project-Based Section 8 |
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| Address | 4022 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618 Map → |
| Tax-credit (LI) units | 44 |
| Placed in service | 2019 |
How to apply at Independence Apartments
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 4022 N Elston Ave, 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.
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Region 1 Medium Units Public Housing | Chicago | 1.1 km |
| Belmont Senior Place Apts LIHTC | Chicago | 2 km |
| Diversey Square Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | Chicago | 2.4 km |
| Martha Washington LIHTCPB Section 8 | Chicago | 2.5 km |
| North Center Senior Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | Chicago | 2.5 km |
| Armitage Commons PB Section 8 | Chicago | 3.3 km |
| Palmer Square Apts. LIHTCPB Section 8 | Chicago | 3.4 km |
| Campbell Terrace LIHTCPB Section 8 | Chicago | 4.2 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Independence Apartments have?
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 Independence Apartments?
Rents are income-based: expect to pay roughly 30% of adjusted monthly household income under the building's federal program.
How do I apply at Independence Apartments?
Contact the management office at 4022 N Elston Ave 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.