Affordable Housing Resources

For general inquiries email gro.fthilc@ofni.

If you’re looking for affordable housing, the lists and websites provided below may be a good place to start. Click a section below to learn more about each resource.

Please keep in mind: in the City of Chicago — and across the nation — there is a great demand for affordable housing. And while the demand is great, the number of available units is limited.

Note: If you’re currently living in a unit that participates in the Trust Fund’s Rental Subsidy Program, and are experiencing issues with your unit, please contact your property manager directly to resolve the issue.

Trust Fund Properties

There are approximately 800 Rental Subsidy Program properties that participate in our program. The subsidy is tied to the unit, as we are a “property-based program”.

The Chicago Low-Income Housing Trust Fund’s (CLIHTF) Rental Subsidy Program (RSP) is a property-based funding initiative designed to support property owners. Please note that tenants are not directly enrolled in CLIHTF.

Through RSP, property owners enter into contractual agreements with CLIHTF to receive funding, which they then use to subsidize rent for households of their choice. To qualify, households must have an income at or below 30% of the Area Median Income (AMI). CLIHTF does not approve tenants or accept applications directly from households for participation in RSP properties.

Unfortunately, at this time, no additional funding is available to support subsidies for new units. Property owners have also been notified that vacant units may no longer be filled under previous terms.

We understand the difficulties this may create and encourage households to explore alternative resources available on our website. Please  click on the For Tenants tab for more information.

Our team operates in a remote work environment and is available to answer any questions you may have. You can reach us at info@clihtf.org.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we navigate these adjustments.

Chicago Renters Rights
Click the link HERE to view the Chicago renting rights.
Affordable Rental Housing Resources List

For the Affordable Rental Housing Resources list maintained by the City of Chicago, visit the City of Chicago Affordable Rental Housing Resources page.

Illinois Housing Search Website

On the Illinois Housing Search website, you can filter your search to look for properties that participate in affordable housing programs. Visit the Illinois Housing Search website.

The Trust Fund does not have a relationship with the Illinois Housing Search website and this website is provided as a resource only.

Homeless Assistance & Prevention
  • Emergency Housing. Dial 311 to contact the City of Chicago, and ask for “shelter or services”. 311 will connect you to the social services team at the Department of Family & Support Services.
  • Homeless Assistance. Dial 311 to contact the City of Chicago, and ask for “Short Term Help”. 311 will connect you to the Homelessness Prevention Call Center, which will assess your options for financial assistance for rent, mortgage, utility and other needs.
  • Chicago Housing Options is a tool for individuals and families to identify what resources are available today. Complete the survey tool for a listing of opportunities for those who are homeless and at-risk of homelessness.
  • Community Service Centers. Chicago Department of Family & Support Services is a key player in Chicago’s effort to end homelessness. DFSS services include prevention, outreach, shelter and housing programs and supportive services.
  • Veterans Services drop-in centers are available to any person who served in the active military who is experiencing homelessness, open Monday through Friday, from 9am – 5pm.  See the locations here.
Energy Assistance Resources

Visit https://www.elevatenp.org/community-resources/ to learn more about energy assistance.

Other Tenant Resources

Housing Information

Legal Assistance

Senior Services

City of Chicago, 312-744-4016

Domestic Violence Services

24-hour Hotline, 877-863-6338

Employment Resources