Little Egypt Hsg. Dev. Corp. PB Section 8 Cairo, IL
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Little Egypt Hsg. Dev. Corp. is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Cairo, IL with 24 units reporting 79% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $654/month on average.
24
total units
79%
occupancy
$654
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 312 5th St, Cairo, IL 62914 Map → |
| Average household income | $28,457/yr |
| Average personal income | $10,540/yr |
| People per unit | 2.7 |
| Households below 30% AMI | 25% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 75% |
How to apply at Little Egypt Hsg. Dev. Corp.
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 312 5th St, Cairo; 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 (~$654/mo average here).
Other subsidized housing in Cairo
- Connell F Smith Bldg Public Housing
- Scattered Sites Public Housing
- Little Egypt Apartments PB Section 8
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mounds Public Housing | Mound City | 8.9 km |
| Market Square Apartments PB Section 8 | Mound City | 10 km |
| Karnak Apts LIHTC | Mound City | 10 km |
| Colony House Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | Barlow | 10.1 km |
← All subsidized housing in Cairo
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Little Egypt Hsg. Dev. Corp. 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 Little Egypt Hsg. Dev. Corp.?
Residents report average rents near $654/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 Little Egypt Hsg. Dev. Corp.?
Contact the management office at 312 5th St in Cairo. 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.