About This Property
Buttonwood Trails offers 40 low-income units in Aledo, Illinois, with a mix of two-, three-, and four-bedroom floor plans. The property, which has been in service since 2014, contains ten 2-bedroom units, twenty 3-bedroom units, and ten 4-bedroom units. Mercer County residents seeking affordable housing options can contact the property management for availability and lease information.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Mercer County Housing Authority
Eligibility is based on annual gross income, qualifying as elderly, a person with a disability, or as a family, and U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status. Admission may be denied if habits and practices are expected to have a detrimental effect on other tenants or the project's environment.
Eligibility is based on annual gross income, family size, and US citizenship or eligible immigration status. Preferences may be given to families who are homeless, in substandard housing, paying over 50% of income for rent, or involuntarily displaced; 75% of vouchers must go to applicants whose incomes do not exceed 30% of the area median income. Applications were previously available for pick-up in-person at the office or by calling to request one by mail.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated June 18, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Mercer 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 | $646 |
| 1 Bedroom | $773 |
| 2 Bedroom | $953 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,247 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,437 |
Income Limits - Mercer County, IL
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $16,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $26,750
- Low (80%)
- $42,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $18,350
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,550
- Low (80%)
- $48,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,350
- Low (80%)
- $54,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,150
- Low (80%)
- $61,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,250
- Low (80%)
- $65,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,300
- Low (80%)
- $70,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $47,350
- Low (80%)
- $75,750
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $50,400
- Low (80%)
- $80,600
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $16,050 | $26,750 | $42,750 |
| 2 Persons | $18,350 | $30,550 | $48,850 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $34,350 | $54,950 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $38,150 | $61,050 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $41,250 | $65,950 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $44,300 | $70,850 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $47,350 | $75,750 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $50,400 | $80,600 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Aledo, IL?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Mercer County, IL is: $646 (Studio), $773 (1BR), $953 (2BR), $1247 (3BR), $1437 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Buttonwood Trails is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Buttonwood Trails?+
Buttonwood Trails offers the following unit types: 10 Two-Bedroom, 20 Three-Bedroom, 10 Four-Bedroom units, for a total of 40 units.
Is there a waitlist for Buttonwood Trails?+
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.
Who manages Buttonwood Trails?+
Buttonwood Trails is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
What is the price range for apartments in Aledo, IL?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Mercer County, the estimated price range is: 2-bedroom: $953, 3-bedroom: $1247. Actual rent at Buttonwood Trails may be lower for income-eligible households.
How do I apply for housing at Buttonwood Trails?+
Buttonwood Trails is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Mercer County, IL?+
For a 4-person household in Mercer County, IL, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $38,150, Low Income (80% AMI): $61,050. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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