Martin Lamplighter LIHTC Mt Vernon, IL
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD LIHTC 2024
Martin Lamplighter is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) community in Mt Vernon, IL with 12 units. Rents are set relative to household income.
12
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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) |
|---|---|
| Address | 902 Salem Rd, Mt Vernon, IL Map → |
| Tax-credit (LI) units | 12 |
| Placed in service | 1989 |
How to apply at Martin Lamplighter
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 902 Salem Rd, Mt Vernon; 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.
Other subsidized housing in Mt Vernon
- Garden Glen Apts LIHTCPB Section 8
- College Oakes Park LIHTCPB Section 8
- Mt Vernon Senior Building LIHTCPB Section 8
- Cedar Pointe LIHTCPB Section 8
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southtown 59-1 Public Housing | Mount Vernon | 2.2 km |
| Rose Lane Public Housing | Mount Vernon | 3.5 km |
| Housing Auth of Mt Vernon PB Section 8 | Mount Vernon | 4 km |
| Willow Springs PB Section 8 | Mount Vernon | 4.7 km |
← All subsidized housing in Mt Vernon
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Martin Lamplighter have?
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC). 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 Martin Lamplighter?
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 Martin Lamplighter?
Contact the management office at 902 Salem Rd in Mt Vernon. 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.