How many low income apartments are in Oak Park, IL?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Oak Park with approximately 543 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Oak Park?

Tenant-paid rents in Oak Park's assisted buildings typically range from about $369 to $474 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 Oak Park?

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 Oak Park?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Cook County: about $1,581/mo for one-bedroom and $1,781/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Oak Park, IL

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Oak Park with roughly 543 assisted units — including 3 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 1 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $369 to $474 per month. Median reported wait: about 17 months.

assisted properties

543

subsidized units

$422

typical rent

17 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Oak Park

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Oak Park

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Heritage House PB Section 8	200	$474	—
Mills Park Tower Public Housing	198	$457	17 mo
The Oaks PB Section 8	74	$405	—
Grove Apts LIHTC	51	—	—
Ryan Farrelly §811	20	$369	—
Il06rdd1305 - 811-11534 Tcb Oak Par PB Section 8	0	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Oak Park (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
Heritage House PB Section 8	200	$474	—
The Oaks PB Section 8	74	$405	—
Il06rdd1305 - 811-11534 Tcb Oak Par PB Section 8	0	—	—

Public housing developments in Oak Park

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
Mills Park Tower Public Housing	198	$457	17 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Oak Park

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
Grove Apts LIHTC	51	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Cook County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Cook County: studio $1,480, 1-BR $1,581, 2-BR $1,781, 3-BR $2,294, 4-BR $2,653.

Full FMR table for Cook County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Oak Park

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.