How many low income apartments are in Sterling, IL?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Sterling with approximately 399 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Sterling?

Tenant-paid rents in Sterling's assisted buildings typically range from about $274 to $395 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 Sterling?

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 Sterling?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Whiteside County: about $719/mo for one-bedroom and $916/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Sterling, IL

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Sterling with roughly 399 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 7 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $274 to $395 per month.

assisted properties

399

subsidized units

$335

typical rent

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median wait

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Sterling

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Sterling Towers LIHTCPB Section 8	110	$388	—
Ster-lynn Estates LIHTCPB Section 8	78	—	—
Parkview Place of Sterling LIHTCPB Section 8	76	—	—
Country Lane Apts LIHTC	48	—	—
Greencastle of Sterling §202 Senior	31	$395	—
Sterling Family Housing LIHTC	22	—	—
Dd Development of Sterling I LIHTCPB Section 8	12	—	—
Spf-ster-iv §811	12	$274	—
Dd Development of Sterling Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	10	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Sterling (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
Sterling Towers LIHTCPB Section 8	110	$388	—
Ster-lynn Estates LIHTCPB Section 8	78	—	—
Parkview Place of Sterling LIHTCPB Section 8	76	—	—
Dd Development of Sterling I LIHTCPB Section 8	12	—	—
Dd Development of Sterling Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	10	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Sterling

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
Country Lane Apts LIHTC	48	—	—
Sterling Family Housing LIHTC	22	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Whiteside County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Whiteside County: studio $673, 1-BR $719, 2-BR $916, 3-BR $1,208, 4-BR $1,213.

Full FMR table for Whiteside County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Sterling

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.