Are you searching for a 4 bedroom Section 8 or HUD-assisted rental in Melrose Park, Illinois? This page lists properties first, then explains how renting a 4 bedroom section 8 house in Melrose Park, Illinois works.
Our listing data shows about 397 assisted 4-bedroom units at 40 properties in or near Melrose Park, Illinois. That counts units at each property, not current openings, so ask each property what is available.
Also see 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom listings, or all Section 8 and HUD-assisted listings for Melrose Park, Illinois.
4 Bedroom Section 8 and HUD-Assisted Rentals List
We list 42 Section 8 or HUD-assisted properties in or near Melrose Park, Illinois for this bedroom size, including 2 with no 4-bedroom count on record. A listing isn't a current vacancy or a house for rent, and our data doesn't show whether a property accepts vouchers. Ask each property whether it has openings, how to apply, and whether it accepts vouchers. Your share of the rent usually depends on your income. We have partnered so you can also check your eligibility.
Armitage Commons
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 104
Address :
3720 W ARMITAGE AVE,
Chicago, IL 60647.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 72
- 2 Bedroom: 15
- 3 Bedroom: 13
- 4 Bedroom: 4
Owner Name :
- Armitage Commons Preservation, NFP
- Non-Profit
Owner Contact:
- Email: azemlan@hhdevcorp.com
- Phone: (312) 602-6500
West Town Housing Phase I & Ii
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 318
Address :
1300 N Washtenaw,
Chicago, IL 60622.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 19
- 2 Bedroom: 69
- 3 Bedroom: 147
- 4 Bedroom: 83
Owner Name :
- West Town Housing Preservation LP
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: mburton@bickerdike.org
- Phone: 773-278-5669
Drexel Preservation/Drexel Ct & Lake Park East
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 94
Address :
4532-42 S Drexel Blvd.,
Chicago, IL 60653.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 37
- 2 Bedroom: 35
- 3 Bedroom: 12
- 4 Bedroom: 10
Owner Name :
- I'm Abe Froman LLC
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: pat@blvccapitalinvestment.com
- Phone: 323-302-9610
North Ashland Rehab
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 124
Address :
1614 W. Wilson Street,
Chicago, IL 60640.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 31
- 2 Bedroom: 66
- 3 Bedroom: 21
- 4 Bedroom: 6
Owner Name :
- East Ravenswood Preservation, L.P.
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: MFinkle@related.com
- Phone: 212-421-5333
Bryn Mawr Apartments
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 99
Address :
1703 E 72ND ST,
Chicago, IL 60649.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 54
- 2 Bedroom: 36
- 3 Bedroom: 6
- 4 Bedroom: 3
Owner Name :
- Bryn Mawr Preservation Limited Partnership
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: bill@preservationpartners.org
- Phone: 3108026670
Diversey Square I
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 196
Address :
3240 W Diversey,
Chicago, IL 60647.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 94
- 2 Bedroom: 79
- 3 Bedroom: 12
- 4 Bedroom: 11
Owner Name :
- Diversey Parkway Associates, LLC
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: proldan@hhdevcorp.com
- Phone: (312)602-6500
Lorington Apts
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 54
Address :
2630-44 N SPAULDING AVE,
Chicago, IL 60647.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 3
- 2 Bedroom: 26
- 3 Bedroom: 23
- 4 Bedroom: 2
Owner Name :
- TCB Lorington Apartments Limited Partnership
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: trjohnson@tcbinc.org
- Phone: 617-695-9595
Oak Tree Village
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 30
Address :
1471 Foster,
Evanston, IL 60201.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 0
- 2 Bedroom: 18
- 3 Bedroom: 8
- 4 Bedroom: 4
Owner Name :
- Oak Tree , LLC
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: kopley@kopleygroup.com
- Phone: (773) 769-2400
Lake Park Manor
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 115
Address :
3601 S LAKE PARK AVE,
Chicago, IL 60653.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 35
- 2 Bedroom: 52
- 3 Bedroom: 12
- 4 Bedroom: 16
Owner Name :
- 3625 Lake Park Manor Associates, LLC
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: ehigginbottom@eastlakemgmt.com
- Phone: 3128425500
Jackson Park Terrace
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 127
Address :
6040 S Harper Ave,
Chicago, IL 60637.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 13
- 1 Bedroom: 53
- 2 Bedroom: 47
- 3 Bedroom: 13
- 4 Bedroom: 1
Owner Name :
- Jackson Parkside Partners, L.P.
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: drfinney312@aol.com
- Phone: 773-451-8080
Germano-Millgate Apartments
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 344
Address :
8802 South Burley Avenue,
Chicago, IL 60617.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 18
- 2 Bedroom: 159
- 3 Bedroom: 147
- 4 Bedroom: 20
Owner Name :
- United Germano-Millgate Limited Partnership
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: ehigginbottom@eastlakemgmt.com
- Phone: 3128425500
Lawndale Apartments
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 72
Address :
3505 W. 5th Ave.,
Chicago, IL 60624.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 15
- 2 Bedroom: 16
- 3 Bedroom: 27
- 4 Bedroom: 14
Owner Name :
- LAWNDALE PROPERTIES
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: MPCLEATHER@SBCGLOBAL.NET
- Phone: 7 7736385845
Marian Park
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 142
Address :
2126 W ROOSEVELT RD,
Wheaton, IL 60187.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 10
- 1 Bedroom: 64
- 2 Bedroom: 34
- 3 Bedroom: 17
- 4 Bedroom: 17
Owner Name :
- Marian Park, Inc.
- Non-Profit
Owner Contact:
- Email: JHoltz@fm-inc.org
- Phone: 303-830-3396
Northpoint
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 304
Address :
7717 No. Paulina,
Chicago, IL 60626.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 114
- 2 Bedroom: 142
- 3 Bedroom: 44
- 4 Bedroom: 4
Owner Name :
- Northpoint IL Preservation LP
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: dpearson@related.com
- Phone: 212-421-5333
Hyde Park West Apartments
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 64
Address :
5325 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE,
Chicago, IL 60615.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 7
- 1 Bedroom: 33
- 2 Bedroom: 10
- 3 Bedroom: 10
- 4 Bedroom: 4
Owner Name :
- HYDE PARK OWNER I LLC
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: c.hutchinson@prinmgmt.com
- Phone: 2486832500
Englewood Gardens Apts.
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 167
Address :
6950 South Vincennes,
Chicago, IL 60621.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 13
- 2 Bedroom: 72
- 3 Bedroom: 57
- 4 Bedroom: 17
Owner Name :
- Community Housing Partners III, L.P.
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: Pres711@aol.com
- Phone: (312)422-7700
Evergreen Terrace
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 84
Address :
1301 N CLEVELAND,
Chicago, IL 60610.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 7
- 2 Bedroom: 35
- 3 Bedroom: 35
- 4 Bedroom: 7
Owner Name :
- Evergreen Housing Partners LP
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: scott.langan@vitus.com
- Phone: 206-832-1315
Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza Apts.
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 138
Address :
3220 W Madison St,
Chicago, IL 60624.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 0
- 2 Bedroom: 45
- 3 Bedroom: 78
- 4 Bedroom: 15
Owner Name :
- MLK Housing Partners, LP
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: scott.lagen@vitusgroup.com
- Phone: 760-557-1476
The Pines Of Edgewater Ii
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 217
Address :
5439 N KENMORE AVE,
Chicago, IL 60640.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 121
- 2 Bedroom: 66
- 3 Bedroom: 24
- 4 Bedroom: 6
Owner Name :
- Edgewater Venture LLLP
- Limited Dividend
Owner Contact:
- Email: hagownership@habitat.com
- Phone: (773) 728-5009
Park Shore East Cooperative
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 148
Address :
6200-10 S Harper ST,
Chicago, IL 60637.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 0
- 2 Bedroom: 0
- 3 Bedroom: 142
- 4 Bedroom: 6
Owner Name :
- Park Shore East Cooperative
- Non-Profit
Owner Contact:
- Email: hm7399@sbcglobal.net
- Phone: (773) 684-3547
Roosevelt Independence
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 96
Address :
1301 W Independence Blvd,
Chicago, IL 60623.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 18
- 2 Bedroom: 61
- 3 Bedroom: 14
- 4 Bedroom: 3
Owner Name :
- Roosevelt Independence Associates, Limited
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: ehigginbottom@eastlakemgmt.com
- Phone: (312) 842-5500
Van Buren Park Apartments
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 299
Address :
2045 W Jackson BLVD,
Chicago, IL 60612.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 223
- 2 Bedroom: 46
- 3 Bedroom: 27
- 4 Bedroom: 3
Owner Name :
- Van Buren Preservation, L.P.
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: MFinkle@related.com
- Phone: 212-421-5333
Pines Of Edgewater
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 279
Address :
5439 N Kenmore,
Chicago, IL 60640.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 193
- 2 Bedroom: 69
- 3 Bedroom: 15
- 4 Bedroom: 2
Owner Name :
- Kenwin Venture
- Limited Dividend
Owner Contact:
- Email: hagownership@habitat.ocm
- Phone: (312) 527-5400
Roosevelt-Halsted I Aka Bj Wright Court Apts.
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 108
Address :
1330-34 S Morgan,
Chicago, IL 60608.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 0
- 2 Bedroom: 46
- 3 Bedroom: 46
- 4 Bedroom: 16
Owner Name :
- Community Housing Partners IV L.P.
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: pres711@aol.com
- Phone: 312-422-7700
Townhouse Garden Apartments
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 24
Address :
4412 S. LAVERGNE AVE,
Chicago, IL 60638.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 0
- 2 Bedroom: 0
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 24
Owner Name :
- 5000 W 45th Street LLC
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: chikoopatel730@gmail.com
- Phone: 3122821005
T.K. Lawless Gardens Ii
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 274
Address :
3510 S RHODES AVE,
Chicago, IL 60653.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 45
- 2 Bedroom: 135
- 3 Bedroom: 80
- 4 Bedroom: 14
Owner Name :
- 3510 RHODES PH. II, LLC
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: ehigginbottom@eastlakemgmt.com
- Phone: 312-842-5500
65Th Street Apartments
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 63
Address :
6400 South Maryland,
Chicago, IL 60637.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 6
- 1 Bedroom: 9
- 2 Bedroom: 35
- 3 Bedroom: 11
- 4 Bedroom: 2
Owner Name :
- 65th Street Development Partnership L.P.
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: cullen@upachicago.com
- Phone: 773-736-1244
Woodlawn Redevelopment No. 2
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 100
Address :
6134-44 S. Kimbark,
Chicago, IL 60637.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 21
- 1 Bedroom: 4
- 2 Bedroom: 33
- 3 Bedroom: 20
- 4 Bedroom: 20
Owner Name :
- Woodlawn Six, LP
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: pat.zinoovik@dre-pmc.com
- Phone: 847-816-6400
51St & King Drive Apartments
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 38
Address :
5035 S KING DR,
Chicago, IL 60615.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 7
- 2 Bedroom: 21
- 3 Bedroom: 0
- 4 Bedroom: 7
Owner Name :
- King Preservation, L.P. c/o CCDC
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: Pres711@aol.com
- Phone: (312) 422-7700
Victory Apartments
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 107
Address :
1700 N. Humboldt Blvd.,
Chicago, IL 60622.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 6
- 2 Bedroom: 15
- 3 Bedroom: 78
- 4 Bedroom: 5
Owner Name :
- Victory Apartments Preservation LP
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: joyaruguete@Bickerdike.org
- Phone: 773-278-5669
46Th & Vincennes Apartments
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 11
Address :
444-46 E 46th St,
Chicago, IL 60653.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 0
- 2 Bedroom: 1
- 3 Bedroom: 5
- 4 Bedroom: 4
Owner Name :
- 46th Vincennes Limited Partnership
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: rgrsc@aol.com
- Phone: (773) 548-8924x12
Washington Courts I
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 100
Address :
5416-30 W WASHINGTON,
Chicago, IL 60644.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 27
- 2 Bedroom: 46
- 3 Bedroom: 21
- 4 Bedroom: 6
Owner Name :
- Washington Courts LLC
- Non-Profit
Owner Contact:
- Email: mbrochocki@mercyhousing.org
- Phone: (303) 830-3300
Hazel Winthrop Apts
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 30
Address :
832 W SUNNYSIDE,
Chicago, IL 60610.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 0
- 2 Bedroom: 8
- 3 Bedroom: 17
- 4 Bedroom: 5
Owner Name :
- Community Housing Partners XV L.P.
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: pkulick@poah.org
- Phone: 617-261-9898
Lawndale New Development, Llc
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 81
Address :
3206 W Douglas Blvd,
Chicago, IL 60623.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 3
- 2 Bedroom: 49
- 3 Bedroom: 27
- 4 Bedroom: 2
Owner Name :
- Lawndale RE Holdings LLC
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: bcgottesman@gmail.com
- Phone: 877 393 3328
Roseland Village
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 10
Address :
63 East 104th St,
Chicago, IL 60628.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 0
- 2 Bedroom: 0
- 3 Bedroom: 6
- 4 Bedroom: 4
Owner Name :
- Roseland Village Inc. NFP
- Non-Profit
Owner Contact:
- Email: mhingtgen@mercyhousing.org
- Phone: 303-830-3300
Jarrell/Lawndale Restoration
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 151
Address :
3324 W. Douglas,
Chicago, IL 60623.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 8
- 1 Bedroom: 36
- 2 Bedroom: 45
- 3 Bedroom: 53
- 4 Bedroom: 6
Owner Name :
- Jarrell / Lawndale Restoration
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: michele@jarrell.org
- Phone: 708-755-8700
Bronzeville Family Associates Phase. Ii
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 24
Address :
400 East 41st Street,
Chicago, IL 60653.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 0
- 2 Bedroom: 10
- 3 Bedroom: 13
- 4 Bedroom: 1
Owner Name :
- Bronzeville Associates Phase II Limited Partnershi
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: fbonheur@ameritech.net
- Phone: 7739242100
O'keeffe Apartments
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 67
Address :
2059 E 70th St,
Chicago, IL 60649.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 20
- 2 Bedroom: 21
- 3 Bedroom: 23
- 4 Bedroom: 3
Owner Name :
- O'Keeffe Mulford, LLC
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: sivory@realtymortgageco.com
- Phone: 773-989-8000
Bronzeville Associates Family Apartments
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 66
Address :
400 East 41st Street,
Chicago, IL 60653.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 0
- 2 Bedroom: 42
- 3 Bedroom: 21
- 4 Bedroom: 3
Owner Name :
- Bronzeville Associates
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: fbonheur@ameritech.net
- Phone: 17739242100
Holstenbond Lp/Lawndale Restoration
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 170
Address :
3206 W Douglas Blvd,
Chicago, IL 60623.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio: 0
- 1 Bedroom: 3
- 2 Bedroom: 83
- 3 Bedroom: 63
- 4 Bedroom: 17
Owner Name :
- LAWNDALE H & A BOND LP
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: PeterHolsten@holstenchicago.com
- Phone: (312) 337-5339
Illinois Housing Development Authority
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 0
Address :
401 N Michigan Ave Ste 700,
Chicago, IL 60611.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio:
- 1 Bedroom:
- 2 Bedroom:
- 3 Bedroom:
- 4 Bedroom:
Bloomington Normal Scattered Sites
Features :
- Nursing Home: No
- Assisted Living: No
- Assisted Units: 0
Address :
401 N Michigan Ave Ste 700,
Chicago, IL 60611.
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Assisted Units by Size :
- Studio:
- 1 Bedroom:
- 2 Bedroom:
- 3 Bedroom:
- 4 Bedroom:
Owner Name :
- BN Affordable Home Rentals
- Profit Motivated
Owner Contact:
- Email: davidb@brinshore.com
- Phone: 3096636527
What Is Section 8?
Section 8 is a government program that helps low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled pay for housing. It gives them vouchers that they can use to rent apartments or houses from private landlords. The amount of rent that the family pays depends on their income. The government pays the rest.
Public housing agencies (PHAs) are local organizations that help people find affordable housing. They get money from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to help people pay their rent.
Who is eligible for 4 Bedroom Section 8 House?
To be eligible for a Section 8 house:
- You must be a U.S. citizen or have eligible immigration status.
- In general, your family's income may not exceed 50% of the median income for your county or metro area in Illinois. Some low-income families may qualify in limited cases.
- If you are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, ask your housing agency in Melrose Park, Illinois whether it gives a preference on its waiting list. You must still meet its income limits.
4 Bedroom Section 8 Housing Income Guidelines
HUD Income Limits for 2026
HUD publishes three tiers of income limits each year. They are based on the median income for your county or metro area and your household size:
- 1. Extremely Low: generally the greater of 30% of area median income or the federal poverty level
- 2. Very Low: 50% of area median income
- 3. Low: 80% of area median income
Housing Choice Vouchers generally serve very low-income households, and at least 75% of the families a housing agency admits each year must be extremely low-income unless HUD approves a lower share. Low-income families may qualify only in limited cases.
Find the current limits for your area on HUD's income limits page, or ask your local housing agency.
How does Section 8 work?
Here is a step-by-step guide on how Section 8 works:
- Contact your Cook County housing authority to find out if you are eligible for Section 8.
- Complete an application and provide the required documentation.
- You will be placed on a waiting list.
How to Apply for a 4 Bedroom Section 8 House in Melrose Park, Illinois?
To apply for a 4 bedroom section 8 house for rent in Melrose Park, Illinois, you need to follow these steps:
1. Contact your local Housing Authority directly or visit their website to fill out an application.
2. Provide documentation of your income, citizenship or immigration status, and personal information. Make sure to have all the required documents ready before starting the application process.
3. Attend an interview with the Housing Authority. Once you submit your application, you will be scheduled for an interview with a housing specialist.
4. Wait for your application to be reviewed and approved. After your interview, your application will be reviewed by the Housing Authority. The review process can take several weeks or months depending on the demand for section 8 housing in the area.
5. Go through a home inspection. If your application is approved, a housing inspector will visit your home to ensure it meets the program's standards. The inspection will cover areas such as safety, cleanliness, and basic utilities.
6. Sign your lease and move in. Once your home passes the inspection, you will be able to sign your lease and move in. Keep in mind that you will be responsible for paying your portion of the rent on time each month and following the rules outlined in your lease agreement.
Rent Payment for 4 Bedroom Apartment
As a tenant, you are responsible for paying your portion of the rent on time each month. This amount is determined based on your income and the rent amount for the property in Melrose Park, Illinois.
The Housing Authority will provide rental assistance to cover the difference between your portion of the rent and the total rent amount.
You will need to sign a lease agreement that outlines your rent payment responsibilities, including the due date, late fees, and acceptable payment methods.
It is important to communicate with your landlord and the Housing Authority if you are unable to make a rent payment on time or if you have any questions or concerns about your rent payments.
Maintenance Responsibilities
As a tenant, you are responsible for keeping your 4 bedroom section 8 house in Melrose Park, Illinois clean and in good condition.
You are responsible for reporting any necessary repairs to your landlord or property manager as soon as possible.
Your landlord or property manager is responsible for making necessary repairs and ensuring that the property meets the program's safety and habitability standards.
If you cause damage to the property beyond normal wear and tear, you may be responsible for paying for the repairs or damages.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
1. What is section 8 housing?
The housing choice voucher program is the federal government's program for assisting very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled to afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market.
The participant is free to choose any housing that meets the requirements of the program and is not limited to units located in subsidized housing projects.
2. What is a housing voucher?
A housing choice voucher is provided by the federal government's major program to help very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market.
3. What is the most section 8 will pay?
It depends on your housing agency's payment standard, which is usually set between 90% and 110% of HUD's Fair Market Rent for your area. You typically pay about 30% of your adjusted monthly income. When you first move in, your share can't be more than 40% of adjusted monthly income if the rent is above the payment standard.
4. What is counted as income for Section 8?
HUD defines income to include:
- The full amount, before any payroll deductions, of wages and salaries, overtime pay, commissions, fees, tips and bonuses, and other compensation for personal services;
- The net income from the operation of a business or profession.
- Under HUD's 2023 income and asset rule, IRS-recognized retirement accounts such as a 401(k) generally do not count as assets, but payments you receive from them may count as income. Ask your housing agency how it applies this rule.
5. How to get Section 8 immediately?
Due to limited funding from the federal government and a shortage of low-income housing units, there is no guaranteed way to receive Section 8 immediately. The application process can be long and time consuming.
6. How long does it take to get a Section 8 voucher after the interview?
When a PHA in Melrose Park, Illinois issues a voucher, it gives the assisted family at least 60 days to obtain housing. A PHA can extend the time it allots to a family based on various factors.