How many low income apartments are in Hillsboro, IL?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Hillsboro with approximately 156 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Hillsboro?

Tenant-paid rents in Hillsboro's assisted buildings typically range from about $373 to $401 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 Hillsboro?

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 Hillsboro?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Montgomery County: about $714/mo for one-bedroom and $937/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Hillsboro, IL

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Hillsboro with roughly 156 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $373 to $401 per month. Median reported wait: about 70 months.

assisted properties

156

subsidized units

$387

typical rent

70 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Hillsboro

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Hillsboro

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
The Hills LIHTCPB Section 8	50	$388	—
Montgomery County Sr. Homes - Nokom PB Section 8	37	$401	—
Golden Oaks Public Housing	25	$373	70 mo
Hillsboro Heights LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Hillsboro Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	20	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Hillsboro (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
The Hills LIHTCPB Section 8	50	$388	—
Montgomery County Sr. Homes - Nokom PB Section 8	37	$401	—
Hillsboro Heights LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Hillsboro Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	20	—	—

Public housing developments in Hillsboro

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Golden Oaks Public Housing	25	$373	70 mo

Voucher rent limits: Montgomery County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Montgomery County: studio $694, 1-BR $714, 2-BR $937, 3-BR $1,123, 4-BR $1,287.

Full FMR table for Montgomery County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Hillsboro

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.