How many low income apartments are in Pontiac, IL?

HUD administrative data tracks 6 subsidized properties in Pontiac with approximately 407 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Pontiac?

Tenant-paid rents in Pontiac's assisted buildings typically range from about $335 to $383 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 Pontiac?

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 Pontiac?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Livingston County: about $776/mo for one-bedroom and $1,018/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Pontiac, IL

There are 6 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Pontiac with roughly 407 assisted units — including 4 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 $335 to $383 per month. Median reported wait: about 6 months.

assisted properties

407

subsidized units

$359

typical rent

6 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Pontiac

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Pontiac

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Livingston Apartments Public Housing	236	$383	6 mo
Pontiac Towers LIHTCPB Section 8	111	$374	—
Pontiac a Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	20	—	—
Autumn Ridge Apts I LIHTCPB Section 8	16	—	—
Prairie Horizons §811	16	$335	—
Pontiac Regency Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	8	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Pontiac (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
Pontiac Towers LIHTCPB Section 8	111	$374	—
Pontiac a Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	20	—	—
Autumn Ridge Apts I LIHTCPB Section 8	16	—	—
Pontiac Regency Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	8	—	—

Public housing developments in Pontiac

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
Livingston Apartments Public Housing	236	$383	6 mo

Voucher rent limits: Livingston County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Livingston County: studio $702, 1-BR $776, 2-BR $1,018, 3-BR $1,267, 4-BR $1,348.

Full FMR table for Livingston County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Pontiac

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.