Spoon River Tower PB Section 8 Lewistown, IL
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Spoon River Tower is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Lewistown, IL with 100 units reporting 95% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $358/month on average.
100
total units
95%
occupancy
$358
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 401 N Illinois St, Lewistown, IL 61542 Map → |
| Average household income | $15,324/yr |
| Average personal income | $14,718/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 12% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 70% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 95% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Spoon River Tower
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 401 N Illinois St, Lewistown; 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 (~$358/mo average here).
Other subsidized housing in Lewistown
- Broadway Arms Apartments PB Section 8
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Timothy Terrace PB Section 8 | Havana | 12.5 km |
| Havana Apts LIHTCPB Section 8 | Havana | 12.5 km |
| Cila Home #2 LIHTC | Havana | 12.5 km |
← All subsidized housing in Lewistown
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Spoon River Tower 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 Spoon River Tower?
Residents report average rents near $358/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 Spoon River Tower?
Contact the management office at 401 N Illinois St in Lewistown. 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.