Ravenna, OH Low Income Housing

Ravenna, OH Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Ravenna, OH

How do I qualify for low income housing in Ravenna, 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 Ravenna, OH

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Ravenna, 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 Ravenna, 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 Ravenna, Ohio - Portage 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 Ravenna, OH

Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority

Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority - Ravenna

2832 State Route 59
Ravenna, OH - 44266
(330)297-1489
Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority provides housing assistance to low income residents through the management of programs such as Low Rent Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. These programs are income based and the eligibility guidelines are set by HUD. There may be waiting lists for rentals or vouchers 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 in need of housing assistance in the ...see full details
Portage County

Neighborhood Development Services, - Ravenna

120 East Main Street
Ravenna, OH - 44266
330-297-6400-226
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Fair Housing Pre-Purchase Education Workshops Financial Management Budget Counseling Home Improvement and Rehabilitation Counseling Mortgage Delinquency and Default Resolution Counseling Non-Delinquency Post Purchase Workshops for Homeowners Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Predatory Lending Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Services for Homeless Counsel...see full details
Portage County

Nichols Woods Aka Rushin Meadows

Nichols Woods Aka Rushin Meadows - Ravenna

778 Northgate Dr
Ravenna, OH - 44266
330-376-8787
Nichols Woods Aka Rushin Meadows is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Nichols Woods Aka Rushin Meadows for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Portage County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Prospect House

Prospect House - Ravenna

245 S Prospect St
Ravenna, OH - 44266
330-297-1580
Prospect House is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Prospect House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Portage County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Bryn Mawr Glen - Affordable Housing

Bryn Mawr Glen - Affordable Housing - Ravenna

171 Bryn Mawr St
Ravenna, OH - 44266
(330) 296-1044
Bryn Mawr Glen Aka Ncr Of Ravenna is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Bryn Mawr Glen Aka Ncr Of Ravenna for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Amenities:     Central Air     Emergency Call System     Service Coordinator     Picnic Area     Community/Game Room     Library     Meal Program A...see full details
Portage County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Terrill Suites Aka Terrill Commons - Ravenna

218 W. Main St.
Ravenna, OH - 44266
(614) 942-2020
Terrill Suites Aka Terrill Commons is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Terrill Suites Aka Terrill Commons for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Portage County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Ravenna, 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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