Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island
Rock Island, Illinois
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About Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island
The Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island (PHA Code: IL018) serves residents in Rock Island, Rock Island County, Illinois. This authority manages approximately 858 assisted housing units, which include 580 Housing Choice Vouchers and 278 Public Housing units. It provides a range of housing programs designed to assist eligible low-income families, seniors, and individuals.
Currently, several programs are accepting applications. These include Public Housing, Cascade Garden (1 Bedroom), various Market Rate options (such as Voss Brothers Lofts 1-Bedroom and 2-Bedroom units), Tax Credit - Lynden Lane (3-Bedroom), and Disaster Relief housing assistance. Applicants should note that for a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL MSA area is $48,850 per year. Specific eligibility criteria apply to each open program.
Cascade Garden (1 Bedroom) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Cascade Garden 1 Bedroom Waiting List is currently open for family sizes not to exceed 2 persons.
Cascade Garden 1 Bedroom Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waiting list is for family sizes not to exceed 2 persons.
Disaster Relief Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 27, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
For individuals and families displaced due to natural disasters or building disasters in Rock Island County, IL, and Scott County, IA.
Disaster Relief (Housing Assistance) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 27, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This waitlist is open for individuals and families displaced due to a traumatic event like a natural or building disaster in Rock Island County, Illinois, and Scott County, Iowa.
Market Rate Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The 2 Bedroom Market Rate waiting list for Voss Brothers Lofts is currently open. These units rent at $885 per month and require a minimum monthly income of $1,328.
Market Rate (Voss Brothers Lofts 1 Bedroom) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Voss Brothers Lofts 1 Bedroom Market Rate units are currently accepting applications, renting at $715 per month and requiring a minimum monthly income of $1,073.
Market Rate (Voss Brothers Lofts 2 Bedroom) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Voss Brothers Lofts 2 Bedroom Market Rate units are currently accepting applications, renting at $885 per month and requiring a minimum monthly income of $1,328.
Market Rate (Voss Brothers Lofts) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 13, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Waiting list opened for 2-bedroom Market Rate apartments at Voss Brothers Lofts.
Market Rate - Voss Brothers Lofts (2 Bedroom) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 13, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list for 2 Bedroom Market Rate apartments at Voss Brothers Lofts will be opening on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at 8:00 am.
Market Rate - Voss Brothers Lofts 1 Bedroom Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
These units rent at $715 per month and require a minimum monthly income of $1,073.
Market Rate - Voss Brothers Lofts 2 Bedroom Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 13, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
These units rent at $885 per month and require a minimum monthly income of $1,328.
Other Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 27, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This Disaster Relief waiting list is open for individuals and families displaced due to traumatic events (natural disaster, building disaster) in Rock Island County, Illinois, and Scott County, Iowa.
Other (Disaster Relief) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Disaster Relief waiting list is open for individuals and families displaced due to a traumatic event in Rock Island County, IL, and Scott County, IA.
Other (Market Rate) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The 1 Bedroom Market Rate and 2 Bedroom Market Rate waiting lists for Voss Brothers Lofts are currently open. 1-Bedroom units rent for $715/month with a minimum monthly income of $1,073; 2-Bedroom units rent for $885/month with a minimum monthly income of $1,328.
Other (Specific Property) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Cascade Garden 1 Bedroom Waiting List is currently open for family sizes not to exceed 2 persons.
Other (Voss Brothers Lofts 1 Bedroom Market Rate) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Rents at $715 per month and requires a minimum monthly income of $1,073.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 13, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
Waiting list opened for 3-bedroom Project Based Vouchers at Douglas Park Place.
Public Housing Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Cascade Garden 1 Bedroom waiting list is currently open for family sizes not to exceed 2 persons.
Tax Credit - Lynden Lane (3 Bedroom) Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Aug 13, 2025
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The waiting list for 3 BEDROOM Tax Credit apartments at Lynden Lane will be opening on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at 8:00 am.
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.
Last accepted applications on April 10, 2023.
The 3 BEDROOM Tax Credit waiting list for Lynden Lane will be opening on August 13, 2025.
The waiting list for Voss Brothers Lofts 2 Bedroom Market Rate units will be opening on Monday, March 2nd, 2026 at 8:00 AM CST. These units rent at $885 per month and require a minimum monthly income of $1,328. The online application portal will be available 24 hours a day while the waiting list ...
This is a unit-based rent assistance program, not Section 8; applicants must be income-eligible to qualify.
The 3-bedroom Tax Credit waiting list at Lynden Lane will be opening soon.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island 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 of the City of Rock Island
Check Current Status
Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island currently has 19 open waiting lists (Cascade Garden (1 Bedroom), Cascade Garden 1 Bedroom, Disaster Relief, Disaster Relief (Housing Assistance), Market Rate, Market Rate (Voss Brothers Lofts 1 Bedroom), Market Rate (Voss Brothers Lofts 2 Bedroom), Market Rate (Voss Brothers Lofts), Market Rate - Voss Brothers Lofts (2 Bedroom), Market Rate - Voss Brothers Lofts 1 Bedroom, Market Rate - Voss Brothers Lofts 2 Bedroom, Other, Other (Disaster Relief), Other (Market Rate), Other (Specific Property), Other (Voss Brothers Lofts 1 Bedroom Market Rate), PBV, Public Housing, Tax Credit - Lynden Lane (3 Bedroom)). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island, 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 $48,850/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 of the City of Rock Island 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 of the City of Rock Island, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island manages approximately 858 assisted housing units (580 Section 8, 278 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Rock Island. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island
Cascade Garden (1 Bedroom) open
The Cascade Garden (1 Bedroom) program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Cascade Garden 1 Bedroom open
The Cascade Garden 1 Bedroom program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Disaster Relief open
The Disaster Relief program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Disaster Relief (Housing Assistance) open
The Disaster Relief (Housing Assistance) program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Market Rate open
The Market Rate program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Market Rate (Voss Brothers Lofts 1 Bedroom) open
The Market Rate (Voss Brothers Lofts 1 Bedroom) program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Market Rate (Voss Brothers Lofts 2 Bedroom) open
The Market Rate (Voss Brothers Lofts 2 Bedroom) program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Market Rate (Voss Brothers Lofts) open
The Market Rate (Voss Brothers Lofts) program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Market Rate - Voss Brothers Lofts (2 Bedroom) open
The Market Rate - Voss Brothers Lofts (2 Bedroom) program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Market Rate - Voss Brothers Lofts 1 Bedroom open
The Market Rate - Voss Brothers Lofts 1 Bedroom program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Market Rate - Voss Brothers Lofts 2 Bedroom open
The Market Rate - Voss Brothers Lofts 2 Bedroom program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other open
The Other program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Disaster Relief) open
The Other (Disaster Relief) program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Market Rate) open
The Other (Market Rate) program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Specific Property) open
The Other (Specific Property) program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Voss Brothers Lofts 1 Bedroom Market Rate) open
The Other (Voss Brothers Lofts 1 Bedroom Market Rate) program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Rock Island. 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 open
Public Housing units at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island manages approximately 278 Public Housing units in Rock Island. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Tax Credit - Lynden Lane (3 Bedroom) open
The Tax Credit - Lynden Lane (3 Bedroom) program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. 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 City of Rock Island 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 Rock Island. This program serves approximately 580 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Other (Tax Credit) closed
The Other (Tax Credit) program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Voss Brothers Lofts 2 Bedroom Market Rate) closed
The Other (Voss Brothers Lofts 2 Bedroom Market Rate) program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rental Housing Support Program closed
The Rental Housing Support Program program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Tax Credit closed
The Tax Credit program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Tax Credit (Lynden Lane) closed
The Tax Credit (Lynden Lane) program at Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Rock Island. 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 Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island?
Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Housing Authority of the City of Rock Island are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $48,850. 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 | $20,550 | $34,200 | $54,750 |
| 2 Persons | $23,450 | $39,100 | $62,550 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $44,000 | $70,350 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $48,850 | $78,150 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $52,800 | $84,450 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $56,700 | $90,700 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $60,600 | $96,950 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $64,500 | $103,200 |
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 City of Rock Island — including across state lines.