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About Housing Authority - City of Alton
The Housing Authority - City of Alton, located in Alton, Madison County, Illinois (PHA Code: IL055), manages approximately 255 assisted housing units. This authority offers housing assistance through its Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) programs.
Currently, the Housing Authority - City of Alton is accepting applications for its Public Housing program. The Public Housing program's status recently changed from unknown to open, making it available for prospective tenants. Conversely, the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is presently closed to new applicants; its status recently changed from unknown to closed.
For eligibility, applicants must meet specific income criteria. For instance, a family of four applying for Very Low Income assistance in the St. Louis, MO-IL HUD Metro FMR Area currently has an income limit of $55,700 per year. Only Public Housing applications are being processed at this time.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Feb 24, 2026
How to Apply
In-person
Additional Notes
Preferences include working for 6 months, elderly, disabled, veteran, homeless, local residency, and training/education; applications must be submitted in person on Wednesdays between 9 am and 5 pm at 2406 Crawford Ave., Alton, IL 62002, with all adults present.
Other Programs
1 programThese 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 Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waitlist is currently closed.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority - City of Alton portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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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 Housing Authority - City of Alton
Check Current Status
Housing Authority - City of Alton 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 Housing Authority - City of Alton, 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
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority - City of Alton portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Housing Authority - City of Alton, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority - City of Alton manages approximately 255 assisted housing units, and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Alton. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority - City of Alton
Public Housing Public Housing open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority - City of Alton are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority - City of Alton manages approximately 255 Public Housing units in Alton. 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 Housing Authority - City of Alton 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 Alton. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing Authority - City of Alton Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority - City of Alton 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 Housing Authority - City of Alton — including across state lines.