Illinois Specially Adapted Housing Grant
Up to $18,000 in state grants for specially adapted housing for eligible disabled veterans.
State BenefitIllinoisHousing & Home Loans
Verified September 30, 2026 against veterans.illinois.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Housing & Home Loans — Illinois
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 100% or higher
- Estimated value
- Up to $18,000
- Where it applies
- Illinois
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Illinois Specially Adapted Housing Grant?
Illinois Specially Adapted Housing Grant is a Illinois housing & home loans benefit for veterans. Up to $18,000 in state grants for specially adapted housing for eligible disabled veterans. Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is Up to $18,000.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- Illinois residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Veteran certified eligible by the USDVA for the federal Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant; must have been an Illinois resident at the time of entering service.
What Illinois Specially Adapted Housing Grant covers
Covers
A single lump-sum state grant not to exceed $15,000 to assist in acquiring a suitable dwelling with special fixtures and/or movable facilities. Additionally, eligible veterans may receive a state grant of up to $3,000 to help pay remodeling costs not fully covered by the federal SAH grant (the IDVA grant covers only the remaining out-of-pocket remodeling cost).
How to apply for Illinois Specially Adapted Housing Grant
How to apply
Apply at any IDVA office through a Veteran Service Officer.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- veterans.illinois.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Illinois Specially Adapted Housing Grant
Who qualifies for Illinois Specially Adapted Housing Grant?
Illinois Specially Adapted Housing Grant is for Veterans; requires 100%+ VA disability rating; illinois residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Illinois Specially Adapted Housing Grant?
Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Illinois Specially Adapted Housing Grant worth?
The listed value is Up to $18,000. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Illinois Specially Adapted Housing Grant?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Illinois Specially Adapted Housing Grant?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.