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Emmet Griffin Homes

Name: Emmet Griffin Homes
Address: 721 Faith Ct, E St Louis, IL, 62203, US
Telephone: 6186467100

721 Faith Ct, E St Louis, IL, 62203

Information verified May 30, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

About This Property

Emmet Griffin Homes is a public housing development in East St. Louis, Illinois, consisting of 2 units. Both units are designed as accessible housing. The property serves residents in St. Clair County.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Opened August 1, 2017

Apply: Multiple

Applications can be picked up at the ESLHA office at 700 North 20th Street, East St. Louis, IL 62205, and returned to the same address; an online application is also available, requiring printing, signing, and mailing a certification within ten business days. Preferences have not yet been confirmed, and declining two invitations will purge the application from the waitlist.

Last verified February 13, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The waiting list for the Housing Choice Voucher Program is currently closed.

Last verified February 10, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 29, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Accessible Units

Fair Market Rent - St. Clair 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	$928
1 Bedroom	$972
2 Bedroom	$1,209
3 Bedroom	$1,565
4 Bedroom	$1,818

Income Limits - St. Clair County, IL

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $17,850
Very Low (50%): $29,750
Low (80%): $47,550

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $20,400
Very Low (50%): $34,000
Low (80%): $54,350

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $22,950
Very Low (50%): $38,250
Low (80%): $61,150

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $42,450
Low (80%): $67,900

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $45,850
Low (80%): $73,350

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $49,250
Low (80%): $78,800

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $52,650
Low (80%): $84,200

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $56,050
Low (80%): $89,650

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$17,850	$29,750	$47,550
2 Persons	$20,400	$34,000	$54,350
3 Persons	$22,950	$38,250	$61,150
4 Persons	$26,500	$42,450	$67,900
5 Persons	$31,040	$45,850	$73,350
6 Persons	$35,580	$49,250	$78,800
7 Persons	$40,120	$52,650	$84,200
8 Persons	$44,660	$56,050	$89,650

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in E St Louis, IL?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for St. Clair County, IL is: $928 (Studio), $972 (1BR), $1209 (2BR), $1565 (3BR), $1818 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Emmet Griffin Homes is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Emmet Griffin Homes have?+

Emmet Griffin Homes has a total of 2 housing units.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in St. Clair County, IL?+

For a 4-person household in St. Clair County, IL, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $42,450, Low Income (80% AMI): $67,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Emmet Griffin Homes?+

Emmet Griffin Homes is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 6186467100, 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 Emmet Griffin Homes?+

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.

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