Southern County Community Housing L PB Section 8 Chicago Heights, IL
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Southern County Community Housing L is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Chicago Heights, IL with 230 units reporting 89% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $296/month on average.
230
total units
89%
occupancy
$296
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 1704 E End Ave, Chicago Heights, IL 60411 Map → |
| Average household income | $12,280/yr |
| Average personal income | $11,074/yr |
| People per unit | 1.1 |
| Moved in within last year | 14% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 97% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Southern County Community Housing L
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 1704 E End Ave, Chicago Heights; 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 (~$296/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 213 E 24th St LIHTC | Chicago Heights | 1.1 km |
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| Steger Senior Housing Ii LIHTCPB Section 8 | Steger | 3.4 km |
| Vera Yates Homes Llc PB Section 8 | Ford Heights | 3.5 km |
| Garden House of Park Forest PB Section 8 | Park Forest | 4.3 km |
| Park Forest Senior Living Center LIHTCPB Section 8 | Park Forest | 4.8 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Southern County Community Housing L 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 Southern County Community Housing L?
Residents report average rents near $296/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 Southern County Community Housing L?
Contact the management office at 1704 E End Ave in Chicago Heights. 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.