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Sunrise Apartments

Name: Sunrise Apartments
Address: 293 E 12th St, Chicago Heights, IL, 60411, US
Telephone: 3125424851

293 E 12th St, Chicago Heights, IL, 60411

Information verified June 18, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

About This Property

Sunrise Apartments is a 6-unit public housing development in Chicago Heights, IL serving Cook County residents. All units are designed as accessible units. The property provides affordable rental housing options for eligible households.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Housing Authority Cook County

Public Housing Waitlist

Opening Soon

Opens July 6, 2026

Closed July 24, 2026

Pre-applications will be accepted online for 1-bedroom units for persons 55 years of age or older at Southern Cook County Housing LLC (Golden Towers I & II and Juniper Tower Apartments). A random lottery selection will determine placement on waitlists; income limits apply.

Last verified June 6, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Serves suburban Cook County, excluding cities like Chicago, Cicero, Elgin, Maywood, Oak Park, and Park Forest; previous opening accepted 10,000 applicants via a random lottery.

Last verified February 27, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 18, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Accessible Units

Fair Market Rent - Cook County, IL

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,399
1 Bedroom	$1,507
2 Bedroom	$1,714
3 Bedroom	$2,182
4 Bedroom	$2,583

Income Limits - Cook County, IL

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $19,600
Very Low (50%): $32,650
Low (80%): $52,200

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $22,400
Very Low (50%): $37,300
Low (80%): $59,650

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,200
Very Low (50%): $41,950
Low (80%): $67,100

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $27,950
Very Low (50%): $46,600
Low (80%): $74,550

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $50,350
Low (80%): $80,550

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $54,100
Low (80%): $86,500

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $57,800
Low (80%): $92,450

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $61,550
Low (80%): $98,450

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$19,600	$32,650	$52,200
2 Persons	$22,400	$37,300	$59,650
3 Persons	$25,200	$41,950	$67,100
4 Persons	$27,950	$46,600	$74,550
5 Persons	$31,040	$50,350	$80,550
6 Persons	$35,580	$54,100	$86,500
7 Persons	$40,120	$57,800	$92,450
8 Persons	$44,660	$61,550	$98,450

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Chicago Heights, IL?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Cook County, IL is: $1399 (Studio), $1507 (1BR), $1714 (2BR), $2182 (3BR), $2583 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Sunrise Apartments is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Sunrise Apartments have?+

Sunrise Apartments has a total of 6 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Sunrise Apartments?+

Sunrise Apartments is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 3125424851, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

Is there a waitlist for Sunrise Apartments?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Opening Soon and is expected to open for applications soon. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Cook County, IL?+

For a 4-person household in Cook County, IL, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $27,950, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $46,600, Low Income (80% AMI): $74,550. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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