How many low income apartments are in Vernon Hills, IL?

HUD administrative data tracks 3 subsidized properties in Vernon Hills with approximately 289 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Vernon Hills?

Tenant-paid rents in Vernon Hills's assisted buildings typically range from about $425 to $425 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 Vernon Hills?

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 Vernon Hills?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Lake 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 Vernon Hills, IL

There are 3 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Vernon Hills with roughly 289 assisted units — including 1 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $425 to $425 per month.

assisted properties

289

subsidized units

$425

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Vernon Hills

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Vernon Hills

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Victory Centre of Vernon Hills Slf LIHTC	120	—	—
Victory Centre of Vernon Hills Senior LIHTC	111	—	—
Pebbleshire Phase Ii PB Section 8	58	$425	—

Section 8 apartments in Vernon Hills (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
Pebbleshire Phase Ii PB Section 8	58	$425	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Vernon Hills

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
Victory Centre of Vernon Hills Slf LIHTC	120	—	—
Victory Centre of Vernon Hills Senior LIHTC	111	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Lake County Fair Market Rents

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

Full FMR table for Lake County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Vernon Hills

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.