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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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Elizabeth Davis Apartments

Elizabeth Davis Apartments

Humboldt Park
440 N Drake Ave Chicago, IL 60624
Altgeld-Murray Homes

Altgeld-Murray Homes

Riverdale
950 E 132nd Pl Chicago, IL 60827
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CHA’s Summer Youth Employment Program gives young people a chance to work and earn money for six to eight weeks. It usually starts in June and goes until early August. Participants can work up to 20 hours each week.

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Newsletter Article
May 1, 2025

CHA Celebrates the Historic Opening of the National Public Housing Museum

CHA Resident Engagement Manager Crystal Palmer (center) is a tireless champion for CHA residents and a strong advocate for the creation of the National Public Housing Museum.
Newsletter Article
May 1, 2025

Employee Spotlight: CHA Congratulates Crystal Palmer on the Opening of the National Public Housing Museum

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Newsletter Article
May 1, 2025

RFP Now Open: Redevelopment Opportunity at Clybourn And Larrabee

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HCV Participant Bootcamp @ the FIC

9:00 AM - 2:30 PM

DPA Orientation Session

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

LevelUp (FSS) Information Session

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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"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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