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Madison County Housing Authority

Name: Madison County Housing Authority
Address: 2 Eastport Plaza Dr, Collinsville, IL, 62234, US
Telephone: 6183455142

2 Eastport Plaza Dr, Collinsville, IL, 62234

Information verified September 5, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 18 hr ago

About This Property

Madison County Housing Authority operates 1,403 units of public housing in Collinsville, IL. The property currently has closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 assistance programs. Interested applicants can contact the housing authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: Multiple

Waiting lists are site-based, requiring application for a specific development, with shorter lists generally found for senior developments (62+ years of age) and in outer county areas; preferences are given for residency, veteran status, disability, employment, educational/training participation, nursing home residency, involuntary displacement, and disabled veteran status.

Last verified August 15, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Opened February 29, 2020

Closed March 31, 2020

Apply: In-person or Phone (during last opening)

The waiting list is exceptionally long, averaging 3-5 years, and during its last opening, preferences were given for residency, veteran status, and disability.

Last verified August 15, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated September 5, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1403

Fair Market Rent - Madison 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 - Madison 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 Collinsville, IL?+

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

How many units does Madison County Housing Authority have?+

Madison County Housing Authority has a total of 1403 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Madison 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.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Madison County, IL?+

For a 4-person household in Madison 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 Madison County Housing Authority?+

Madison County Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 6183455142, 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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