Leigh-johnson PB Section 8 Chicago, IL
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Leigh-johnson is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Chicago, IL with 31 units reporting 97% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $309/month on average.
31
total units
97%
occupancy
$309
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 1034 E 73rd St, Chicago, IL 60619 Map → |
| Average household income | $13,002/yr |
| Average personal income | $4,474/yr |
| People per unit | 2.9 |
| Moved in within last year | 6% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 88% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 94% |
How to apply at Leigh-johnson
Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
- Call or visit the management office at 1034 E 73rd 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 (~$309/mo average here).
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|---|---|---|
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Leigh-johnson have?
Project-Based Section 8. Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
How much is rent at Leigh-johnson?
Residents report average rents near $309/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 Leigh-johnson?
Contact the management office at 1034 E 73rd 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.