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Public Housing - Chicago Housing Authority - Central Office

60 East Van Buren Street, Chicago, IL 60605

Eligibility
Households must meet specific income limits based on the number of people in the household. At least one member of the household must be a U.S. citizen or have eligible immigration status. CHA will also conduct a background check in a process that follows the requirements of the Cook County Just Housing Amendment to the Human Rights Ordinance for persons with criminal convictions. Applicants must have a good history of paying rent on time and must not owe any money to CHA such as an unpaid rent balance. Applicants may request waitlist preferences based on their status or background such as veterans, people with disabilities, victims of domestic violence, or those experiencing homelessness. Visit https://www.thecha.org/do-i-qualify-housing for additional information.
Hours
Mon 9:00am - 5:00pm Tue 9:00am - 5:00pm Wed 9:00am - 5:00pm Thu 9:00am - 5:00pm Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm By appointment
Languages
English
Interpretation services
Translation services available
Application process
Public Housing waitlists are always open. Please visit https://applyonline.thecha.org/home to submit a waitlist application.
Service area
Chicago, IL
Chicago Housing Authority's (CHA) Public Housing Program offers affordable rental housing opportunities with open waitlists. Explore available options using filters for community area, property type, and unique accommodations to find an ideal home. Remember, even those who meet all the eligibility requirements might not get housing right away.Family Housing: This housing type provides affordable apartments for families and individuals of all ages. Family housing communities are designed to support families with children and some properties offer various amenities and services.Scattered Sites Housing: This housing type consists of single-family detached homes, units within market rate rental developments, and units within newer construction condominium buildings that are scattered throughout Chicago's 77 communities.Senior Housing: This housing type is tailored to individuals aged 62 and older. Certain properties provide apartments to individuals 55 and older. These communities provide a safe, supportive environment for seniors, with access to social activities, wellness programs, and other resources designed to enhance quality of life.Mixed-Income Housing: This housing type includes developments where CHA residents live alongside market-rate renters, other affordable apartments, and homeowners. This program promotes diverse, vibrant communities by offering a mix of housing options within the same neighborhood.
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211 Metro Chicago
Providing organization
Chicago Housing Authority
The Chicago Housing Authority provides homes to more than 63,000 households while supporting healthy communities in neighborhoods throughout the city. Designated a Moving to Work agency by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, CHA has used that flexibility to create innovative partnerships that expand choices and opportunities for the low income families and individuals it serves. This agency also refers eligible clients needing home furniture to the Chicago Furniture Bank (CFB), which does not accept walk-ins or calls for furniture requests. Individuals requesting furniture may contact Chicago Housing Authority staff to discuss further. CHA staff will work to assess the client's needs and schedule an appointment on their behalf.