Section 8 apartments in Downtown Aurora, Aurora

Downtown Aurora is in the Central area, primarily within ZIP code 60505. Compare HUD rent benchmarks below, then confirm the housing authority’s adopted standard and utility allowance for the actual unit.

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HUD rent benchmarks — ZIP 60505

Small-Area FMR · FY2027

HUD rent benchmarks — ZIP 60505, monthly dollars, fiscal year 2027
Bedrooms	HUD benchmark / mo
Studio	$1,510
1 bedroom	$1,600
2 bedrooms	$1,810
3 bedrooms	$2,330
4 bedrooms	$2,660

These are HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, not an adopted housing authority payment standard or a guaranteed rent approval. Your authority determines assistance using its schedule, household income, voucher size and utility allowance. Rent reasonableness and inspection requirements also apply. How HUD vouchers work.

Compare HUD rent benchmarks for these ZIP codes; confirm the rental address separately: 60505, 60506

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Housing authority contacts

Confirm the agency responsible for your voucher and proposed address. A county directory match alone does not establish jurisdiction; a move between agencies may require portability.

Aurora Housing Authority

HUD PHA code IL090 · 1,499 HCV vouchers

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We have not verified the current Housing Choice Voucher waiting-list status for this office. Ask whether it serves your address and how to check for openings.

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Address: 1630 W Plum St, Aurora, IL
Phone: (630) 701-9977
Website: https://auroraha.com/

Housing Authority of Elgin

HUD PHA code IL092 · 1,164 HCV vouchers

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We have not verified the current Housing Choice Voucher waiting-list status for this office. Ask whether it serves your address and how to check for openings.

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Address: 130 S State St, Elgin, IL
Phone: (847) 742-3853

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