Fairlawn, OH Low Income Housing

Fairlawn, OH Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Fairlawn, OH

How do I qualify for low income housing in Fairlawn, OH?
To qualify for low income housing in Ohio, you must meet the following income requirements:

Your household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI). The AMI is updated annually by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and varies by county.

You must have a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

You must be a U.S. citizen or a legal immigrant.

In addition to the income requirements, you may also need to meet other eligibility requirements, such as:

- You must not have been evicted from any public housing or Section 8 housing in the past three years.
- You must not have any outstanding felony convictions for drug-related offenses.
- You must not be a registered sex offender.

Types of Low Income Housing in Fairlawn, OH

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Fairlawn, OH, including:
  • Public Housing: Public housing is owned and operated by your area Housing Authority. Public housing units are rented to low-income households at below-market rates.
  • Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers: Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households. Vouchers can be used to rent apartments, townhouses, or single-family homes from private landlords.
  • Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): LIHTC is a federal program that provides tax credits to developers who build or renovate affordable housing units. LIHTC units are typically rented at below-market rates.
  • Project-Based Section 8: Project-based Section 8 is a federal program that provides rental assistance to low-income households who live in specific apartment buildings or housing developments.
  • Very Low Income Housing Development (VLID): VLID is a federal program that provides grants to states and local governments to fund the development of affordable housing for low-income households.


In addition to these federal programs, there are also a number of state and local programs that provide low-income housing assistance in Fairlawn, OH. These programs may offer rental assistance, down payment assistance, or other forms of financial assistance to help low-income households afford housing.

PublicHousing.com puts together our list of properties using the above program listings all on one website.



We display monthly rates for the apartments when possible. Most of subsidized apartments base the rent on income, therefore, you will need to contact the apartment directly for rates. We list all pertinent contact information.

HUD Fair Market Rent For Fairlawn, Ohio - Summit County

Studio Apartments $809
One Bedroom Apartments $1,027
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,297
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,380

List of Low Income Housing in or near Fairlawn, OH

Fox Creek Apts II - Akron

469 Sandhurst Road
Akron, OH - 44333
(330) 315-3736
Fox Creek Apts II is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Fox Creek Apts II for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Summit County
Listing Location: 1.40 miles from Fairlawn


White Pond Villa - Affordable Community - Akron

477 White Pond Drive
Akron, OH - 44320
(330) 867-8030
White Pond Villa is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact White Pond Villa for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Amenities & Features: 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments Utilities Included Fully Applianced Kitchens Community Room with Kitchen Movie Theatre and Resident Library Lounge with TV On-Site Laundry Facilities On-Site Parking Picnic Area Resident Service Coordinator Professional On-Site Management 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance ...see full details
Summit County
Listing Location: 2.45 miles from Fairlawn


Jewish Senior Housing Of Akron - Akron

710 White Pond Drive
Akron, OH - 44320
(330) 762-4011
Jewish Senior Housing Of Akron is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Jewish Senior Housing Of Akron for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Summit County
Listing Location: 2.55 miles from Fairlawn

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Etl Tower - Akron

1500 Marion Avenue
Akron, OH - 44313
(330) 836-5497
Etl Tower is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Etl Tower for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Summit County
Listing Location: 3.03 miles from Fairlawn

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Mel Myers-highland Square - Akron

1653 Merriman Avenue
Akron, OH - 44313
(330) 867-4836
Mel Myers-highland Square is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Mel Myers-highland Square for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Summit County
Listing Location: 3.86 miles from Fairlawn

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

William E. Fowler, Senior. Apartments II - Akron

37 Byers Avenue
Akron, OH - 44302
(330) 762-8929
William E. Fowler, Sr. Apartments. II is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact William E. Fowler, Sr. Apartments. II for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Summit County
Listing Location: 4.78 miles from Fairlawn


William E. Fowler Apartments - Akron Low Rent Public Housing - Akron

65 Byers Avenue
Akron, OH - 44302
(330) 762-7463
William E. Fowler Apartments is a Low Rent Senior Public Housing Development that is operated by the Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority. This property was built in 1973 and consists of 180 rentals located on Byers Avenue. These rentals are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these apartments and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are interested in renting at William E. Fowler Apartments please contact them directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Summit County
Listing Location: 4.78 miles from Fairlawn


Nela Manor - Akron

608 West Market Street
Akron, OH - 44303
(330) 762-7870
Nela Manor is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Nela Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Summit County
Listing Location: 4.93 miles from Fairlawn

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Saferstein Towers II - Akron Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Akron

585 Diagonal Road
Akron, OH - 44320
(330) 762-0719
Saferstein Towers II is a Low Rent Senior Public Housing Development that is operated by the Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority. This property was built in 1972 and consists of 211 rentals located on Diagonal Road. These rentals are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these apartments and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are interested in renting at Saferstein Towers II please contact them directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Summit County
Listing Location: 5.04 miles from Fairlawn


Saferstein Towers I - Akron Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Akron

525 Diagonal Road
Akron, OH - 44320
(330) 762-9371
Saferstein Towers I is a Low Rent Senior Public Housing Development that is operated by the Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority. This property was built in 1969 and consists of 134 rentals located on Diagonal Road. These rentals are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for these apartments and at times the lists may close to new applicants based on the size of and length of wait on the lists. If you are interested in renting at Saferstein Towers I please contact them directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Summit County
Listing Location: 5.09 miles from Fairlawn


Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Fairlawn, OH

  • 1. Check with local social service agencies. Many social service agencies offer affordable housing programs or can provide you with information on affordable housing resources in your area.
  • 2. HUD Exchange: The HUD Exchange website provides information on a variety of federal housing programs, including Section 8 and HOME.
  • 3. National Low Income Housing Coalition: The NLIHC website provides information on affordable housing programs and policies at the national and state levels.

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