
About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Danville operates 1,583 units of public housing in Danville, Illinois. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. This housing authority provides rental assistance and housing options to eligible residents in Vermilion County.
Waitlist Information
Eligibility is based on household income; very low-income families in Vermilion County must have an annual income at or below $43,300 (FY 2025 guidelines). Declining two invitations will remove an application from the waitlist. Criminal background checks and sex-offender registration checks are conducted on adult household members. The authority is not currently taking 0-1 bedroom applications due to no availability. Residents must agree to annual and semi-annual home inspections, and prior residents must have paid any owed balance. There is a smoke-free policy prohibiting tobacco use in living units, common areas, and within 25 feet of buildings.
The HCV waiting list is currently closed. Applications are placed based on local selection preferences, and final eligibility is determined when an applicant is selected from the waitlist. Assistance is for very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled, and criminal background and sex-offender registration checks are conducted on adult household members.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 29, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Vermilion 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 | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $728 |
| 2 Bedroom | $956 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,191 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,273 |
Income Limits - Vermilion County, IL
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $14,250
- Very Low (50%)
- $23,800
- Low (80%)
- $38,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,200
- Low (80%)
- $43,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,600
- Low (80%)
- $48,900
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,950
- Low (80%)
- $54,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,700
- Low (80%)
- $58,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,400
- Low (80%)
- $63,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,100
- Low (80%)
- $67,350
- 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Danville, IL?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Vermilion County, IL is: $691 (Studio), $728 (1BR), $956 (2BR), $1191 (3BR), $1273 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like The Housing Authority of the City of Danville is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does The Housing Authority of the City of Danville have?+
The Housing Authority of the City of Danville has a total of 1583 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for The Housing Authority of the City of Danville?+
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 The Housing Authority of the City of Danville?+
The Housing Authority of the City of Danville is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 2174443101, 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 Vermilion County, IL?+
For a 4-person household in Vermilion 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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