Peoria 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 | $758/mo | $682 – $834/mo |
| 1 BR | $818/mo | $736 – $900/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,039/mo | $935 – $1,143/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,346/mo | $1,211 – $1,481/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,449/mo | $1,304 – $1,594/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Peoria County, IL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Peoria County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Peoria County
- Peoria Housing Authority
100 S Richard Pryor Pl, Peoria, IL, 61605 · 3096768736
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Peoria 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 | $37,150 |
| 2 people | $42,450 |
| 3 people | $47,750 |
| 4 people | $53,050 |
| 5 people | $57,300 |
| 6 people | $61,550 |
| 7 people | $65,800 |
| 8 people | $70,050 |
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 Peoria 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.
TAFT HOMES FINAL PHASE - 4% LIHTC
245 GREEN ST, PEORIA, IL, 6160360 income-restricted units8 1BR, 35 2BR, 5 3BR, 12 4BR+Built 20244% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054TAFT HOMES FINAL PHASE - 9% LIHTC
245 GREEN ST, PEORIA, IL, 6160375 income-restricted units26 1BR, 27 2BR, 22 3BRBuilt 20244% LIHTCCompliance through ~2054PEORIA PORTFOLIO I - IV
818 W HURLBURT ST, PEORIA, IL, 61605478 income-restricted units427 1BR, 51 2BRBuilt 2014Compliance through ~2044NEW HOPE APTS
301 NE JEFFERSON AVE, PEORIA, IL, 6160279 income-restricted units79 studioBuilt 20084% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038RIVER WEST SOUTH
312 S MERRIMAN ST, PEORIA, IL, 6160526 income-restricted units17 2BR, 9 3BRBuilt 20064% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036LINCOLN TERRACE APTS
2825 W ANN ST, PEORIA, IL, 6160592 income-restricted units28 2BR, 46 3BR, 18 4BR+Built 20054% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035OAK WOODS APTS
740 W JOAN CT, PEORIA, IL, 61614103 income-restricted units103 1BRBuilt 20034% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033PEORIA AFFORDABLE HOUSING II
312 S MERRIMAN ST, PEORIA, IL, 6160560 income-restricted units60 3BRBuilt 20034% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033RIVER WEST
312 S MERRIMAN ST, PEORIA, IL, 61605153 income-restricted units of 200 total31 1BR, 66 2BR, 56 3BRBuilt 20014% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2031- Elderly
WOODLANDS APTS
3318 W WOODHILL LN, PEORIA, IL, 6160468 income-restricted units40 2BR, 20 3BR, 8 4BR+Built 20004% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2030 - Elderly
ASPEN BLUFF APTS
3604 W MARENGO DR, PEORIA, IL, 61604160 income-restricted units42 1BR, 79 2BR, 39 3BRBuilt 19984% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028 OKPARA HOMES
1310 W KETTELLE ST, PEORIA, IL, 6160579 income-restricted units of 80 total79 3BRBuilt 19984% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028VILLAGE GREEN APTS
725 W HURLBURT ST, PEORIA, IL, 61605125 income-restricted units17 1BR, 47 2BR, 49 3BR, 12 4BR+Built 19974% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027ST FRANCIS ESTATES
3737 N MARYBELLE AVE, PEORIA, IL, 6161596 income-restricted units96 1BRBuilt 19929% LIHTCCompliance through ~2022- Elderly
VILLAGE APTS OF CHILLICOTHE
1208 N SECOND ST, CHILLICOTHE, IL, 6152312 income-restricted units12 1BRBuilt 19919% LIHTCCompliance through ~2021
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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