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Benton Housing

Name: Benton Housing
Address: 306 S Browning St, West City, IL, 62812, US
Telephone: 6189322124

306 S Browning St, West City, IL, 62812

Information verified June 22, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

About This Property

Benton Housing is a public housing development in West City, IL, offering 2 units in Franklin County. Both units are designed as accessible housing. The property serves as affordable housing for eligible residents.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Housing Authority of the County of Franklin

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened January 1, 2015

Apply: Online, In-person, Phone

Preferences include Disabled, Elderly, Veterans, Working, and Resident. Applicants are placed on the waiting list by date and time received, weighed by preferences. Declining two invitations may result in the application being purged from the waitlist.

Last verified March 16, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened August 25, 2021

Closed October 29, 2021

Apply: In-person, Mail

The waiting list for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program is currently closed. Applications were last accepted from August 25, 2021, to October 29, 2021. The waiting list was last opened and closed on June 19, 2026.

Last verified May 24, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated June 21, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Accessible Units

Fair Market Rent - Franklin 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	$547
1 Bedroom	$614
2 Bedroom	$807
3 Bedroom	$1,018
4 Bedroom	$1,127

Income Limits - Franklin County, IL

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $14,250
Very Low (50%): $23,800
Low (80%): $38,050

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $27,200
Low (80%): $43,450

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $30,600
Low (80%): $48,900

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $33,950
Low (80%): $54,300

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $36,700
Low (80%): $58,650

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $39,400
Low (80%): $63,000

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $42,100
Low (80%): $67,350

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $44,850
Low (80%): $71,700

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$14,250	$23,800	$38,050
2 Persons	$17,420	$27,200	$43,450
3 Persons	$21,960	$30,600	$48,900
4 Persons	$26,500	$33,950	$54,300
5 Persons	$31,040	$36,700	$58,650
6 Persons	$35,580	$39,400	$63,000
7 Persons	$40,120	$42,100	$67,350
8 Persons	$44,660	$44,850	$71,700

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in West City, IL?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Franklin County, IL is: $547 (Studio), $614 (1BR), $807 (2BR), $1018 (3BR), $1127 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Benton Housing is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Benton Housing have?+

Benton Housing has a total of 2 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Benton Housing?+

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.

How do I apply for housing at Benton Housing?+

Benton Housing is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 6189322124, 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.

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

For a 4-person household in Franklin County, IL, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $33,950, Low Income (80% AMI): $54,300. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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