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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 May 28, 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

Open

Opened May 13, 2026

Apply: Online

The waitlist for Poupard Place (1593 Shermer Road, Northbrook, IL) opened on May 13, 2026; applicants are selected via a random lottery.

Last verified May 14, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Authority of Cook County (HACC), PHA Code IL025, primarily serves suburban Cook County and does not administer Housing Choice Voucher programs for the City of Chicago itself. The HCV waitlist last opened from October 19, 2020, to November 2, 2020.

Last verified February 27, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 28, 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 Open. 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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