How many low income apartments are in Jerseyville, IL?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Jerseyville with approximately 260 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Jerseyville?

Tenant-paid rents in Jerseyville's assisted buildings typically range from about $357 to $414 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 Jerseyville?

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 Jerseyville?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Jersey County: about $995/mo for one-bedroom and $1,218/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Jerseyville, IL

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Jerseyville with roughly 260 assisted units — including 4 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 6 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $357 to $414 per month.

assisted properties

260

subsidized units

$386

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Jerseyville

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Jerseyville

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Manor at Jerseyville Glen LIHTC	50	—	—
Brookshire Estates Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Miller East Apartments PB Section 8	41	$414	—
Jersey County H/a PB Section 8	34	$357	—
Lexington Farms Subdivision LIHTC	32	—	—
Miller Jerseyville Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—
Miller South Apts LIHTC	19	—	—
Miller's North Apts LIHTC	12	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Jerseyville (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
Brookshire Estates Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	48	—	—
Miller East Apartments PB Section 8	41	$414	—
Jersey County H/a PB Section 8	34	$357	—
Miller Jerseyville Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	24	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Jerseyville

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
Manor at Jerseyville Glen LIHTC	50	—	—
Lexington Farms Subdivision LIHTC	32	—	—
Miller South Apts LIHTC	19	—	—
Miller's North Apts LIHTC	12	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Jersey County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Jersey County: studio $955, 1-BR $995, 2-BR $1,218, 3-BR $1,568, 4-BR $1,812.

Full FMR table for Jersey County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Jerseyville

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.