Shelby 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 | $656/mo | $590 – $722/mo |
| 1 BR | $789/mo | $710 – $868/mo |
| 2 BR | $951/mo | $856 – $1,046/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,140/mo | $1,026 – $1,254/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,435/mo | $1,292 – $1,579/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Shelby County, IL (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Shelby County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Shelby County
- Housing Authority of the County of Shelby, IL.
414 S Morgan St, Shelbyville, IL, 62565 · 2177742167
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Shelby 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 | $32,000 |
| 2 people | $36,600 |
| 3 people | $41,150 |
| 4 people | $45,700 |
| 5 people | $49,400 |
| 6 people | $53,050 |
| 7 people | $56,700 |
| 8 people | $60,350 |
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 Shelby 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.
- Elderly
SHELBYVILLE HOMES
1601 HICKORY PARK DR, SHELBYVILLE, IL, 6256530 income-restricted units17 2BR, 13 3BRBuilt 20104% LIHTCCompliance through ~2040 SHELBYVILLE APTS
211 MEADOW VIEW CT, SHELBYVILLE, IL, 6256534 income-restricted units of 35 total1 studio, 16 1BR, 17 2BRBuilt 19974% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2027HEINLEIN SQUARE APTS
411 S HEINLEIN DR, SHELBYVILLE, IL, 6256524 income-restricted units12 1BR, 12 2BRBuilt 19969% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026COUNTRY PLACE APTS (MOWEAQUA) II
105 E BIRCH ST, MOWEAQUA, IL, 6255016 income-restricted units8 1BR, 8 2BRBuilt 19934% LIHTCCompliance through ~2023
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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