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The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) offers affordable rental housing opportunities with open waitlists. Explore available options using filters for community area, property type, and your unique accommodations to find your ideal home. Apply today!
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Edith Spurlock Sampson Apartments

Edith Spurlock Sampson Apartments

Lincoln Park
2640 N Sheffield Ave Chicago, IL 60614
Altgeld-Murray Homes

Altgeld-Murray Homes

Riverdale
950 E 132nd Pl Chicago, IL 60827
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Project Development

Lathrop Campus Redevelopment

The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) Board of Commissioners approved funding for Phase IC of the Lathrop redevelopment, including preserving historic multi-family buildings and new construction.

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Press Releases
November 21, 2024

CHA, The Michaels Organization celebrate grand re-opening of Albany Terrace Apartments

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Press Releases
November 19, 2024

CHA Board passes $1.3 billion 2025 budget

Now live: Our new website and waitlist application process are now live!
Press Releases
November 12, 2024

Chicago Housing Authority launches user-friendly new website and streamlined waitlist application process

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65,000
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DPA Orientation Session

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Stories that Inspire
"I didn’t realize that the LevelUp program was preparing me for the next chapter in my life. Who would’ve known that a few small goals would have made my life change for the better?"
Cassandra Bernard
LevelUp Graduate
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