How many low income apartments are in Pana, IL?

HUD administrative data tracks 5 subsidized properties in Pana with approximately 186 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Pana?

Tenant-paid rents in Pana's assisted buildings typically range from about $330 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 Pana?

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 Pana?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Christian County: about $742/mo for one-bedroom and $974/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Pana, IL

There are 5 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Pana with roughly 186 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 3 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $330 to $406 per month.

assisted properties

186

subsidized units

$368

typical rent

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median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Pana

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Hershey Towers B/aka Pana Towers PB Section 8	72	$330	—
The Parkway Apartments PB Section 8	54	$406	—
Integrated Community Housing LIHTCPB Section 8	25	—	—
Kehias Park Square Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	20	—	—
Integrated Community Housing Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	15	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Pana (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
Hershey Towers B/aka Pana Towers PB Section 8	72	$330	—
The Parkway Apartments PB Section 8	54	$406	—
Integrated Community Housing LIHTCPB Section 8	25	—	—
Kehias Park Square Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	20	—	—
Integrated Community Housing Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	15	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Christian County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Christian County: studio $672, 1-BR $742, 2-BR $974, 3-BR $1,168, 4-BR $1,418.

Full FMR table for Christian County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Pana

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.