Regional Housing Initiative: West Cook County, includes parts of Chicago and Oak Park

By Breann Gala
March 7, 2012
25 comments

Note

This post is part of a 2012 list of properties around the region that are supported by the Regional Housing Initiative. This program is no longer accepting applications and this information is presented for archival purposes only. For more information, see Regional Housing Initiative.

North Avenue Redevelopment

North Avenue Redevelopment contains two separate properties located in Chicago's Humboldt Park neighborhood. The first property contains 27 affordable apartments located in a recently rehabilitated warehouse unit, while the second property is expected to open in 2013 and will contain 33 newly rehabilitated apartments. The properties contain workout rooms, parking spaces, and are within walking distance to local grocery stores and Walgreens. Additionally, the 72 North Avenue bus stops directly in front of the building and can help families get downtown or to the Blue and Red line stations.

G&A Spaulding, Chicago

G&A Spaulding is a newer development located at 1750 N. Spaulding Ave. in Chicago's Humboldt Park neighborhood. The 36-unit development offers two- and three-bedroom apartments, indoor heated parking, and on-site laundry facilities. The apartments are conveniently close to a range of a amenities and Chicago's downtown.

Nuestro Hogar, Chicago

Nuestro Hogar consists of two recently rehabilitated buildings located in Chicago's Humboldt Park area. The first property is at 3652 Wabansia and the other is located at 4010 Kamerling.The development is 100 percent affordable to households making less than 60 percent of the Area Median Income and is a welcome resource in a neighborhood experiencing rapid growth and rent increases. The developments are managed by Bickerdike Development, and the staff can assist households with obtaining the neccessary social services, health services, and employment training needed. Additionally, the developments are conveniently close to major bus lines that can connect families to employment centers and downtown.

Grove Apartments, Oak Park

Grove Apartments is not yet under construction; please check back for updates.

Keywords

Chicago, Chicago Regional Housing Choice Initiative, Cook County, Housing, housing choice voucher, Oak Park, regional housing initiative

Comments

1. Kiha on March 29, 2012

When will the Grove Apartments be available to move in
I currently on Section-8 waiting list for Oak Park Housing Authority.
2. Kisha on March 29, 2012

When will the Grove Apartments be available to move in
I currently on Section-8 waiting list for Oak Park Housing Authority.
3. Breann Gala on March 30, 2012

Hi Kisha and others-- Grove Apartments will not be available till fall of 2014. I'm sorry for the delayed construction. In the meantime, you are still eligible to put your name on the other regional waiting lists if they interest you. All Oak Park Housing Authority waiting list families are permitted to live in any of the developments across the region.

Thanks!
4. Angelina on April 12, 2012

Hello, I currently live in Dupage county, Warrenville will it be any properties available in the Dupage county area anytime soon, I am currently on the Dupage county section 8 waiting list? And do you have any information on the section 8 waiting list for Dupage county as far as when will they start their calling.
5. Janet from Berwyn on April 30, 2012

Hello,
I filled out a application with Chicago Housing Authority but it was for public housing. Do I still qualify to be put on the waiting list?
6. Latoya on April 30, 2012

I mailed my application in on April 19,2012. I don't think it made it on time. So I faxed a new application. With I still be put on waiting list or its to late?
7. Breann on May 1, 2012

Hi Janet-- you still qualify to be put on the waitlist. The application for CHA applicants was due April 20th though so hopefully you applied on time.

Latoya- If we received your fax by April 20th, you should be fine. Someone from Housing Choice Partners will call to follow-up.

Thanks!
8. Mamie on May 1, 2012

Hi I have a question. I saw the posting for housing application yesterday. I know it stated submit by April 20th but I faxed a application over yesterday April 30th. Do I still have a chance to get put on the waiting list?
9. Melody Lewis from Oak Park on May 3, 2012

Hi, My name is Melody Lewis and I was told I would her from someone the first week in May. I am patiently waiting. I understand the Grove apartments in Oak Park will not be available til 2014, if I am still in the program, can I move back to Oak Park?
10. Breann on May 3, 2012

Hi Mamie, The application for all housing authorities waiting list families was April 20th (except Waukegan housing authority). I apologize if you missed the date and wish you the best of luck. If you are from Waukegan Housing Authority, April 30th was fine for faxing. Thanks!
11. Breann on May 3, 2012

Hi Melody, I apologize for the delay in getting back to you. Grove Apartments is a supportive housing site for individuals. If you do qualify when it opens and are selected, you can move back in to Oak Park then. Thanks!
12. Tiffany on May 3, 2012

I missed the application deadline. Will it be opening back up soon?
13. Takasha l. Randle from Illinois on May 11, 2012

Hello, I have a question/concern. my application was received by you all on Wednesday, April 18th 2012. Someone called me to inform me that the application was received. Ive tried to call the office and left messages, but Im unable to reach an actual person on the number that was listed on the bottom of the application. Should I be concerned ifI havent gotten more papers or info?
14. Breann on May 14, 2012

Hi Takasha, no new information or mailings have gone out. Just sit tight and someone will contact you when housing becomes available. Thanks!

Tiffany, the program may not open back up for a year or two. You will receive a notice when it does. Thanks!
15. mark watkins from chicago on June 18, 2012

hi, someone call me but i wasnt at home i tryed to call back but im unable to reach anyone i wanted to know what the call was about and when will they start calling people for apartment and will i be on the waiting list for some years cause i been on the wating list for three years to get an apartment
16. Tyeisha on July 23, 2012

I have been on the waitlist for cook county housing section 8 since 2002 and I dont know my position on the list or anything all I receive to let me know that I must be still on the list is a letter every few years asking if I want to stay on the list. Is there a number to call to reach someone to see whats going on with the list to see if I have come close to the top of the list yet??
17. Latonya Carter on July 28, 2012

HI, i dont have any section 8 but will like to get on your waiting list for low income housing how do i apply..
18. tammi from chicago on August 23, 2012

hi ...i would like to know when i can apply for this ...i am on lakecounty waiting list.
19. Jade from oak park on August 28, 2012

Hi ... I never received a call but I did receive some follow up paper work which I returned this was about 2 months ago. I've been on oak park waiting list since 2002
20. GILBERT CAMACHO AND TERESA CAMACHO from WAUKEGAN, IL on December 13, 2012

MY HUSBAND AND I ARE IN NEED OF AN APARTMENT BY DECEMBER 22 THIS YEAR. WE ARE HOMELESS AND MY HUSBAND IS ON SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY (SINCE 1991). HE HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH CHRONIC HEART FAILURE, DIABETES, HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE, HE HAS A PACEMAKER AND A ARTIFICIAL TRICUSPID VALVE AND HE WALKS WITH A CANE. CAN WE USE THE N.E.D. SYSTEM TO GET OURSELVES BACK ON THE HOUSING VOUCHER LIST? PLEASE HELP US TO FIND A SOLUTION SOON.
21. Henretta Adams on February 28, 2013

Hi my name is Henretta Adams and I am on cha public housing waitlist I didnt pick a specific area i dont think if you could will you let me know I would really appreciate it Thanks
22. sharese scott from 35HUBX on April 5, 2013

Do anyone know what number chicago section 8 is on? from the 2008 list
23. KITA COOPER from CHICAGO ILLINOIS on May 29, 2013

IM CURRENTLY TRYING TO TRANSFER TO A CLOSER SITE BECAUSE OF MY JOB AND TRANSPORTATION ISSUES AND CHA HAS DENIED MY REQUEST FOR TRANSFER WHAT SHOULD I DO NOW BECAUSE I FEEL LIKE IM BEING FORCED TO STAY IN A APARTMENT AND I REALLY WANT TO MOVE AND IM BEING TOLD THE ONLY WAY IS TO BREAK MT LEASE WITH CHA AND MOVE ON MY OWN
24. Brittiny on December 9, 2013

hi i was wonder how can i get on the wait list
25. Breann- MPC Staff on December 9, 2013

Hello! I apologize if you missed the program's deadline but it will be closed for the foreseeable future. Please look forward to future communication. Thank you.