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The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
East Saint Louis, Illinois
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About The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis (PHA Code: IL001) serves residents in East Saint Louis, St. Clair County, Illinois. This authority manages approximately 1,764 assisted housing units across various programs. These include Public Housing, Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Homeless Permanent Supportive Housing, Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD).
Currently, the Public Housing waitlist is open for applications. The HCV waitlist is closed. The status of the Homeless Permanent Supportive Housing, Mainstream, PBV, and RAD programs is currently unknown. For eligibility, applicants must meet specific income guidelines. For example, a Very Low Income family of four in the St. Louis, MO-IL HUD Metro FMR Area must not exceed an annual income of $55,700.
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Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 1, 2017
How to Apply
Multiple
Additional Notes
The waiting list opened on August 1, 2017, and is open indefinitely. To apply, pick up an application at the ESLHA office (700 North 20th Street, East St. Louis, IL 62205), or complete an online application, print the certification and authorization, sign, and mail it within ten business days. Preferences have not yet been confirmed, and if an applicant declines two invitations, their application will be purged from the waitlist.
Other Programs
6 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) waiting list is currently closed until further notice.
This program's waiting list is currently closed; no specific application details or dates were found.
This program's waiting list is currently closed; no specific application details or dates were found.
This program's waiting list is currently closed; no specific application details or dates were found.
This program's waiting list is currently closed; no specific application details or dates were found.
No current waiting list information found for other programs such as Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD), Mainstream vouchers, or Homeless Permanent Supportive Housing.
Status History
Official Application
Contact The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis directly to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
Check Current Status
The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis currently has 1 open waiting list (Public Housing). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $55,700/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Contact The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis directly at to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis manages approximately 1,764 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in East Saint Louis. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis manages approximately 1,764 Public Housing units in East Saint Louis. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for East Saint Louis. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Homeless Permanent Supportive Housing closed
The Homeless Permanent Supportive Housing program at The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in East Saint Louis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in East Saint Louis. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in East Saint Louis maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Other Programs closed
The Other Programs program at The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in East Saint Louis. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis?
The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis Income Limits
Income limits for programs at The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for St. Louis, MO-IL HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $55,700. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $23,400 | $39,000 | $62,400 |
| 2 Persons | $26,750 | $44,600 | $71,300 |
| 3 Persons | $30,100 | $50,150 | $80,200 |
| 4 Persons | $33,400 | $55,700 | $89,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $60,200 | $96,250 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $64,650 | $103,400 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $69,100 | $110,500 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $73,550 | $117,650 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to The Housing Authority of City of East St. Louis — including across state lines.