How many low income apartments are in Mattoon, IL?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Mattoon with approximately 853 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Mattoon?

Tenant-paid rents in Mattoon's assisted buildings typically range from about $233 to $406 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 Mattoon?

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 Mattoon?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Coles County: about $759/mo for one-bedroom and $965/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Mattoon, IL

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Mattoon with roughly 853 assisted units — including 8 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 $233 to $406 per month. Median reported wait: about 15 months.

assisted properties

853

subsidized units

$320

typical rent

15 mo

median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Mattoon

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Hacc - General Public Housing	176	$398	15 mo
Fellowship Ctr PB Section 8	123	$406	—
Sunrise Apartments Ml0138 PB Section 8	120	$235	—
Sunrise Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	120	—	—
Coles Crossing Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	96	—	—
Mattoon Towers PB Section 8	81	$360	—
Mattoon Towers Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	81	—	—
17th Place Apartments PB Section 8	40	$233	—
Logan Court PB Section 8	16	$320	—

Section 8 apartments in Mattoon (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
Fellowship Ctr PB Section 8	123	$406	—
Sunrise Apartments Ml0138 PB Section 8	120	$235	—
Sunrise Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	120	—	—
Coles Crossing Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	96	—	—
Mattoon Towers PB Section 8	81	$360	—
Mattoon Towers Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	81	—	—
17th Place Apartments PB Section 8	40	$233	—
Logan Court PB Section 8	16	$320	—

Public housing developments in Mattoon

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
Hacc - General Public Housing	176	$398	15 mo

Voucher rent limits: Coles County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Coles County: studio $665, 1-BR $759, 2-BR $965, 3-BR $1,261, 4-BR $1,348.

Full FMR table for Coles County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Mattoon

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.