Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero
Cicero, Illinois
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21 hours ago
About Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero
The Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero (PHA Code: IL130) is located in Cicero, Cook County, Illinois. This authority manages approximately 239 assisted housing units, primarily through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. All waiting lists for housing assistance through the Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero are currently closed to new applications.
The authority previously offered programs including CDBG/ESG, HAFHR, Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Public Housing, and RAD. However, all of these program waiting lists are presently closed. Recent updates confirmed that both the Mainstream and RAD program waiting lists moved from an unknown status to closed.
For reference, the Very Low Income limit for a family of four in the Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL HUD Metro FMR Area, relevant to this area, is $59,950 per year. Prospective applicants should monitor official announcements for any future changes in waitlist status.
Other Programs
7 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.
Applications for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funding were accepted until May 1, 2024.
Round 2 applications for the Illinois Homeowner Assistance Fund Home Repair Program were open from June 2, 2025, to June 23, 2025, for eligible Cicero homeowners. Eligibility includes financial hardship after January 21, 2020, related to COVID-19, and income less than 150% of AMI.
The Housing Choice Voucher waiting list was last opened on September 23, 2014, and closed on October 24, 2014. All waitlists are currently closed with no announced future opening dates.
All waitlists, including Mainstream vouchers, are currently closed with no announced future opening dates.
All waitlists, including Project-Based Vouchers, are currently closed with no announced future opening dates.
All waitlists, including Public Housing, are currently closed with no announced future opening dates.
All waitlists, including RAD, are currently closed with no announced future opening dates.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero directly at (708) 652-0386 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
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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 of the Town of Cicero
Check Current Status
All 7 waiting lists at Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero, 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 $59,950/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 Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero directly at (708) 652-0386 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 Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero manages approximately 239 assisted housing units (239 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Cicero. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero
CDBG/ESG closed
The CDBG/ESG program at Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cicero. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HAFHR closed
The HAFHR program at Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Cicero. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero 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 Cicero. This program serves approximately 239 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero 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 Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Cicero. 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.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Cicero maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the Town of Cicero are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $59,950. 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 | $25,200 | $42,000 | $67,150 |
| 2 Persons | $28,800 | $48,000 | $76,750 |
| 3 Persons | $32,400 | $54,000 | $86,350 |
| 4 Persons | $35,950 | $59,950 | $95,900 |
| 5 Persons | $38,850 | $64,750 | $103,600 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $69,550 | $111,250 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $74,350 | $118,950 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $79,150 | $126,600 |
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 of the Town of Cicero — including across state lines.