Van Buren Park Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 Chicago, IL
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Van Buren Park Apartments is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Chicago, IL with 299 units reporting 97% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $369/month on average.
299
total units
97%
occupancy
$369
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) |
|---|---|
| Address | 2045 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612 Map → |
| Average household income | $16,005/yr |
| Average personal income | $10,731/yr |
| People per unit | 1.5 |
| Moved in within last year | 10% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 88% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 98% |
| One-bedroom share | 75% |
How to apply at Van Buren Park Apartments
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 2045 W Jackson Blvd, 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 (~$369/mo average here).
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| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Horner Westhaven Public Housing | Chicago | 0.8 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Van Buren Park Apartments have?
Project-Based Section 8; 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 Van Buren Park Apartments?
Residents report average rents near $369/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 Van Buren Park Apartments?
Contact the management office at 2045 W Jackson Blvd 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.