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St. Clair County Housing Authority

Name: St. Clair County Housing Authority
Address: 1790 S 74th St, Belleville, IL, 62223, US
Telephone: 6182776988

1790 S 74th St, Belleville, IL, 62223

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 12 hr ago

About This Property

St. Clair County Housing Authority operates 3,590 units of public housing in Belleville, Illinois. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently open for applicants. The housing authority serves residents throughout St. Clair County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Online

Public housing assistance may be accessed more quickly, especially in outer county areas where waiting lists tend to be shorter. Waiting lists for public housing are site-based. Generally, waiting lists for older adults (at least 62 years of age) wishing to live in senior developments are shorter. Preference points play the most important role in advancing through the waiting list process.

Last verified April 14, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Apply: Online

Waitlist times can be long, usually expect between 3-5 years. Priorities given to 'veterans' and 'disabled'. Applicants are encouraged to check on their place on the waitlist annually. Must keep PHA informed of address/phone/household size changes. Preference points play the most important role in advancing through the waiting list process.

Last verified March 6, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

3590

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 Belleville, 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 St. Clair County Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does St. Clair County Housing Authority have?+

St. Clair County Housing Authority has a total of 3590 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.

Is there a waitlist for St. Clair County Housing Authority?+

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 St. Clair County Housing Authority?+

St. Clair County Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6182776988, 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.

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