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Prairie Homes

Name: Prairie Homes
Address: 803 E Chestnut St, Benld, IL, 62009, US
Telephone: 2178548606

803 E Chestnut St, Benld, IL, 62009

Information verified September 28, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

About This Property

Prairie Homes offers 2 units of public housing in Benld, IL within Macoupin County. Both units are designed to be accessible. This development provides affordable housing options for eligible residents.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Macoupin County Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

The waiting list is open indefinitely for families and individuals in all nine towns served by the authority, including Carlinville. Applicants can apply for multiple waiting lists at once. Eligibility requires income limits based on family size and residency within Macoupin County. The authority conducts criminal background, landlord, and credit checks, and offers medical deductions for elderly/handicapped and childcare deductions for working, seeking employment, or furthering education families.

Last verified February 24, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Open

Opened February 20, 2026

Apply: Multiple

Accepts pre-applications with no deadline; applicants undergo criminal background checks; income limits apply. Declining two invitations to apply will result in application purge.

Last verified September 4, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated September 28, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Accessible Units

Fair Market Rent - Macoupin 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	$712
1 Bedroom	$717
2 Bedroom	$942
3 Bedroom	$1,235
4 Bedroom	$1,428

Income Limits - Macoupin County, IL

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $14,500
Very Low (50%): $24,150
Low (80%): $38,600

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $17,420
Very Low (50%): $27,600
Low (80%): $44,100

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $31,050
Low (80%): $49,600

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $34,450
Low (80%): $55,100

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $37,250
Low (80%): $59,550

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $40,000
Low (80%): $63,950

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $42,750
Low (80%): $68,350

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $45,500
Low (80%): $72,750

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$14,500	$24,150	$38,600
2 Persons	$17,420	$27,600	$44,100
3 Persons	$21,960	$31,050	$49,600
4 Persons	$26,500	$34,450	$55,100
5 Persons	$31,040	$37,250	$59,550
6 Persons	$35,580	$40,000	$63,950
7 Persons	$40,120	$42,750	$68,350
8 Persons	$44,660	$45,500	$72,750

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Macoupin County, IL is: $712 (Studio), $717 (1BR), $942 (2BR), $1235 (3BR), $1428 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Prairie Homes is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Prairie Homes have?+

Prairie Homes has a total of 2 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Prairie Homes?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. 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 Prairie Homes?+

Prairie Homes is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 2178548606, 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 Macoupin County, IL?+

For a 4-person household in Macoupin County, IL, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $34,450, Low Income (80% AMI): $55,100. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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