How many low income apartments are in Macomb, IL?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Macomb with approximately 598 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Macomb?

Tenant-paid rents in Macomb's assisted buildings typically range from about $247 to $421 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 Macomb?

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 Macomb?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for McDonough County: about $728/mo for one-bedroom and $951/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Macomb, IL

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Macomb with roughly 598 assisted units — including 7 project-based Section 8 buildings, 2 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $247 to $421 per month. Median reported wait: about 20 months.

assisted properties

598

subsidized units

$334

typical rent

20 mo

median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Macomb

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Jefferson House Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	115	$348	—
Eisenhower Tower Public Housing	107	$247	6 mo
Lafayette Square PB Section 8	100	$421	—
Prairieview Public Housing	97	$280	34 mo
Turnberry Village Macomb LIHTCPB Section 8	88	—	—
Village at Wheeler LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Mcrc Rehab Inc. PB Section 8	20	$365	—
Mcrc Housing, Inc. PB Section 8	19	$299	—
Mosaic at Bushnell Housing LIHTCPB Section 8	8	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Macomb (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
Jefferson House Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8	115	$348	—
Lafayette Square PB Section 8	100	$421	—
Turnberry Village Macomb LIHTCPB Section 8	88	—	—
Village at Wheeler LIHTCPB Section 8	44	—	—
Mcrc Rehab Inc. PB Section 8	20	$365	—
Mcrc Housing, Inc. PB Section 8	19	$299	—
Mosaic at Bushnell Housing LIHTCPB Section 8	8	—	—

Public housing developments in Macomb

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
Eisenhower Tower Public Housing	107	$247	6 mo
Prairieview Public Housing	97	$280	34 mo

Voucher rent limits: McDonough County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for McDonough County: studio $656, 1-BR $728, 2-BR $951, 3-BR $1,231, 4-BR $1,512.

Full FMR table for McDonough County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Macomb

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.