How many low income apartments are in Evanston, IL?

HUD administrative data tracks 12 subsidized properties in Evanston with approximately 620 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Evanston?

Tenant-paid rents in Evanston's assisted buildings typically range from about $364 to $624 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Evanston?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Evanston?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Cook County: about $1,581/mo for one-bedroom and $1,781/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Evanston, IL

There are 12 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Evanston with roughly 620 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $364 to $624 per month.

assisted properties

620

subsidized units

$494

typical rent

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median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Evanston

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Evanston Senior Redevelopment, Llc PB Section 8	199	$364	—
Ebenezer Primm Towers PB Section 8	101	$412	—
Jacob Blake Manor Ltd §202 Senior	74	$401	—
1015 Howard LIHTC	60	—	—
Claridge Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	50	—	—
Rainbow Ii - Hill Arboretum PB Section 8	33	$403	—
Oaktree Village PB Section 8	30	$624	—
Emerson Square LIHTC	28	—	—
Wesley-greenbay LIHTC	24	—	—
Dobson Apartments §811	21	$390	—
Il06rdd1205 - 811-10528 Emerson Squ §811 PRA	0	—	—
Il06rdd1225 - 811-11601 Claridge Ap §811 PRA	0	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Evanston (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Evanston Senior Redevelopment, Llc PB Section 8	199	$364	—
Ebenezer Primm Towers PB Section 8	101	$412	—
Claridge Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	50	—	—
Rainbow Ii - Hill Arboretum PB Section 8	33	$403	—
Oaktree Village PB Section 8	30	$624	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Evanston

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
1015 Howard LIHTC	60	—	—
Emerson Square LIHTC	28	—	—
Wesley-greenbay LIHTC	24	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Cook County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Cook County: studio $1,480, 1-BR $1,581, 2-BR $1,781, 3-BR $2,294, 4-BR $2,653.

Full FMR table for Cook County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Evanston

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.