Section 8 Housing in Chicago, IL

Find affordable rental properties that accept housing vouchers in Chicago. Browse 26,939+ verified Section 8 approved listings with competitive rent prices and quality amenities.

2,693,976
Population
$58,247
Median Income
$1,459
2BR Fair Market Rent
52.3%
Rent Burden

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Chicago Fair Market Rent 2025

HUD Fair Market Rent limits for Section 8 housing vouchers in Chicago, Illinois

Studio

$1,019
per month

1 Bedroom

$1,199
per month

2 Bedroom

Most Popular
$1,459
per month

3 Bedroom

$1,889
per month

4 Bedroom

$2,159
per month

These are the maximum rent amounts that can be charged for Section 8 housing voucher units in Chicago. Actual rent may be lower depending on the property and landlord.

Chicago Housing Authority Information

Chicago Housing Authority

Contact Information

(312) 742-8500
60 E Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60605
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Services Provided

  • • Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program
  • • Public Housing Administration
  • • Housing Assistance Applications
  • • Landlord Services and Support
  • • Housing Quality Standards Inspections

For Tenants

If you're looking for Section 8 housing in Chicago, start by contacting the local housing authority to apply for a housing voucher or join the waiting list.

For Landlords

List your Section 8 approved properties in Chicago and connect with qualified tenants who have housing vouchers ready to use.

Chicago Housing Market Overview

Demographics

Population:2,693,976
Median Age:34.8 years
Household Size:2.4 people

Income & Affordability

Median Income:$58,247
Rent Burden:52.3%
30% of Income:$1,456/mo

Housing Costs

1BR FMR:$1,199
2BR FMR:$1,459
3BR FMR:$1,889

Why Choose Section 8 Housing in Chicago?

Benefits for Tenants

  • • Reduced rent burden (pay only 30% of income)
  • • Access to quality housing in Chicago
  • • Housing stability and security
  • • Opportunity to live in better neighborhoods
  • • Protection under fair housing laws

Market Advantages

  • • Guaranteed rent payments from housing authority
  • • Large pool of qualified tenants
  • • Stable, long-term rental income
  • • Support from local housing programs
  • • Growing demand for affordable housing

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