Champaign County, IL
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $941/mo | $847 – $1,035/mo |
| 1 BR | $946/mo | $851 – $1,041/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,122/mo | $1,010 – $1,234/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,436/mo | $1,292 – $1,580/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,486/mo | $1,337 – $1,635/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Champaign County, IL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Champaign County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Champaign County
- Housing Authority of Champaign County
2008 N Market St, Champaign, IL, 61822 · 2173787100
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Champaign County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $38,850 |
| 2 people | $44,400 |
| 3 people | $49,950 |
| 4 people | $55,450 |
| 5 people | $59,900 |
| 6 people | $64,350 |
| 7 people | $68,800 |
| 8 people | $73,200 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Champaign County
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
ROUND BARN MANOR
2000 W JOHN ST, CHAMPAIGN, IL, 61821156 income-restricted units4 studio, 152 1BRBuilt 20244% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054- 64 income-restricted units12 1BR, 18 2BR, 32 3BRBuilt 20234% LIHTCCompliance through ~2053
- Elderly
BRISTOL PLACE RESIDENCES
121 TOWER STREET, CHAMPAIGN, IL, 61820-271084 income-restricted units40 2BR, 39 3BR, 5 4BR+Built 20214% LIHTCCompliance through ~2051 THE HAVEN AT MARKET PLACE
501 503 505 INTERSTATE DR, CHAMPAIGN, IL, 61822120 income-restricted units114 1BR, 6 2BRBuilt 2020Compliance through ~2050EDEN SUPPORTIVE LIVING
222 N STATE ST, CHAMPAIGN, IL, 61820142 income-restricted units of 150 total104 studio, 46 1BRBuilt 2014Compliance through ~2044HAMILTON ON THE PARK
1208 N WRIGHT ST, URBANA, IL, 6180136 income-restricted units4 1BR, 12 2BR, 20 3BRBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043TWIN LAKES SENIOR VILLAS
405 TWIN LAKES DR, RANTOUL, IL, 6186642 income-restricted units10 1BR, 32 2BRBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043- Elderly
ROUND BARN MANOR PRESERVATION
200 W JOHN ST, CHAMPAIGN, IL, 61820156 income-restricted units156 1BRBuilt 20074% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037 FLORIDA HOUSE
1502 E FLORIDA AVE, URBANA, IL, 61802119 income-restricted units of 120 total120 1BRBuilt 20074% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037SUNNYCREST MANOR
1805 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE, URBANA, IL, 6180199 income-restricted units of 101 total100 1BR, 1 2BRBuilt 20074% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037MEADOWVIEW APTS
2004 MIDDLETOWN DR, MAHOMET, IL, 6185340 income-restricted units2 1BR, 25 2BR, 13 3BRBuilt 20034% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033OAKWOOD TRACE TOWNHOMES
304 E BEARDSLEY AVE, CHAMPAIGN, IL, 6182050 income-restricted units35 2BR, 15 3BRBuilt 20024% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032PARKVIEW APTS
100 PARKVIEW LN, SAVOY, IL, 61874176 income-restricted units110 1BR, 66 2BRBuilt 20014% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031TOWN CENTER APTS
2413 N NEIL ST, CHAMPAIGN, IL, 61820144 income-restricted units72 2BR, 72 3BRBuilt 20004% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030PRAIRIE GREEN APTS PHASE I
2502 PRAIRIE GREEN DR, URBANA, IL, 6180256 income-restricted units16 1BR, 32 2BR, 8 3BRBuilt 19954% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025PRAIRIE GREEN APTS PHASE II
2502 PRAIRIE GREEN DR, URBANA, IL, 6180224 income-restricted units7 1BR, 17 2BRBuilt 19954% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2025GREGORY SCHOOL APTS
202 W COLUMBIA AVE, CHAMPAIGN, IL, 618207 income-restricted units4 2BR, 3 3BRBuilt 1992Compliance through ~2022
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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