DuPage Housing Authority
Wheaton, Illinois
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About DuPage Housing Authority
The DuPage Housing Authority (PHA Code: IL101) is located in Wheaton, DuPage County, Illinois. This authority manages approximately 3,360 assisted housing units, all provided through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
The authority offers several programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, Project-Based Voucher (PBV), Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD), and the Rental Housing Support Program (RHSP), as well as various Senior housing options. All waiting lists for these programs, including the Senior Wait List, are currently closed to new applicants.
For a family of four qualifying as Very Low Income in the Chicago-Joliet-Naperville, IL HUD Metro FMR Area, the current income limit is $59,950 per year. Potential applicants should note that program availability can change over time; for instance, the Project-Based Voucher program has recently experienced status changes between open and closed.
Other Programs
9 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.
DHA HCV waitlist closed 5/10/2022. KHA HCV waitlist closed 10/11/2022.
MainStream wait list (non-elderly with disabilities) CLOSED 5/4/2021.
Project Based Vouchers (Seniors & housing in collaboration with Social Service Agency Providers) CLOSED 5/31/2022. Project Based Wait List CLOSED 11/10/2020.
DHA RHSP waitlist CLOSED 9/7/2022
DHA RHSP waitlist CLOSED 9/7/2022.
The RHSP Waiting List for DuPage County closed June 16, 2020. The online application was available through the Applicant Café link on their website.
Senior Wait List CLOSED 5/4/2021.
The Senior Wait List is closed.
Senior Wait List CLOSED 5/4/2021. Project Based Vouchers (Seniors & housing in collaboration with Social Service Agency Providers) CLOSED 5/31/2022.
Status History
Deadline: Apr 3, 2024
Official Application
Apply directly through the official DuPage Housing Authority 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 DuPage Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 9 waiting lists at DuPage Housing Authority 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 DuPage Housing Authority, 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
Apply directly through the official DuPage Housing Authority 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 DuPage Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. DuPage Housing Authority manages approximately 3,360 assisted housing units (3,360 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Wheaton. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at DuPage Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at DuPage Housing Authority 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 Wheaton. This program serves approximately 3,360 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 DuPage Housing Authority 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 DuPage Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Wheaton. 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 DuPage Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Wheaton maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
RHSP closed
The RHSP program at DuPage Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wheaton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Rental Housing Support Program (RHSP) closed
The Rental Housing Support Program (RHSP) program at DuPage Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wheaton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior closed
The Senior program at DuPage Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wheaton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Senior Wait List closed
The Senior Wait List program at DuPage Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wheaton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Seniors closed
The Seniors program at DuPage Housing Authority provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Wheaton. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
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DuPage Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the DuPage Housing Authority 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 DuPage Housing Authority — including across state lines.