Housing Authority of the County of JoDaviess
347 Franklin St, Galena, IL, 61036 · ~148 units under management
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Galena, IL (2026)
Figures shown are Fair Market Rent for the county this agency primarily serves — the agency's actual payment standard (typically 90–110% of FMR) may differ. Confirm directly with the agency. Full county data: Jo Daviess County
Who this agency serves
Housing Authority of the County of JoDaviess served 105 households across 148 units (71% occupied) as of HUD's 2025 Picture of Subsidized Households data. The typical assisted household here has an average of 1.5 people, an average annual income of $14,717, and pays an average of $341 per month toward rent.
- Households served
- 105 of 148 units
- Avg. household income
- $14,717
- Avg. rent paid by household
- $341
- Avg. household size
- 1.5 people
- Households with children
- 21%
- Head of household 62+
- 37%
- Head of household with a disability
- 37%
- Avg. wait to move in
- 6 months
Unit mix: 76% 1-bedroom, 13% 2-bedroom, 11% 3-bedroom.
Source: HUD's Picture of Subsidized Households, 2025— figures reflect this agency's most recent reporting period across all HUD programs it administers, not just Housing Choice Vouchers.
Public housing inspection scores
HUD conducts physical inspections of public housing developments under the REAC (Real Estate Assessment Center) program. Scores run 0–100: 90+ is High Performer, 60–89 is Standard, below 60 is Troubled. This agency administers 1 development with an average score of 92 (High Performer).
| Development | City | Score | Protocol | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEARVIEW HGTS/MCCOY MANOR | Galena | 92 High Performer | NSPIRE | Jun 2024 |
Source: HUD REAC Physical Inspection Scores — data reflects the most recent inspection for each development. See Understanding REAC and NSPIRE inspection scores for methodology details.
Income-restricted housing in Galena, IL
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.
PRESTWICK SENIOR COMMUNITY
957 JAMES ST, GALENA, IL, 6103640 income-restricted units of 41 total25 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033APPLE RIVER HOUSING
305 MAPLE ST, APPLE RIVER, IL, 610018 income-restricted units6 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 1993Compliance through ~2023- Elderly
MEADOW LANE SENIOR APTS
600 W JEFFERSON ST, WARREN, IL, 6108716 income-restricted units14 1BR, 2 2BRBuilt 19929% LIHTCCompliance 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 →
Applying with this agency
Application processes and waiting-list status vary by agency — contact Housing Authority of the County of JoDaviess directly using the info above, or read our general guide to how to apply and how waiting lists work.
Evaluating this market
Landlords and investors: see becoming a Section 8 landlord and how to read this market's numbers.