How many low income apartments are in Marshall, IL?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Marshall with approximately 169 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Marshall?

Tenant-paid rents in Marshall's assisted buildings typically range from about $379 to $442 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 Marshall?

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 Marshall?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Clark County: about $769/mo for one-bedroom and $1,009/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Marshall, IL

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Marshall with roughly 169 assisted units — including 1 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $379 to $442 per month. Median reported wait: about 1 months.

assisted properties

169

subsidized units

$411

typical rent

1 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Marshall

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Marshall

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Marshall Public Housing	86	$442	1 mo
Marshall Springs Apts LIHTC	28	—	—
Crestside Village Apts LIHTC	23	—	—
Martin Lamplighter LIHTC	16	—	—
Mill Run Apts PB Section 8	12	$379	—
Stephen's Apts LIHTC	4	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Marshall (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
Mill Run Apts PB Section 8	12	$379	—

Public housing developments in Marshall

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
Marshall Public Housing	86	$442	1 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Marshall

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
Marshall Springs Apts LIHTC	28	—	—
Crestside Village Apts LIHTC	23	—	—
Martin Lamplighter LIHTC	16	—	—
Stephen's Apts LIHTC	4	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Clark County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Clark County: studio $696, 1-BR $769, 2-BR $1,009, 3-BR $1,245, 4-BR $1,336.

Full FMR table for Clark County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Marshall

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.