Cambridge, OH Low Income Housing

Cambridge, OH Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Cambridge, OH

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, Ohio - Guernsey County

Studio Apartments $649
One Bedroom Apartments $854
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,069
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,301

List of Low Income Housing in or near Cambridge, OH

Berwick Apartments

Berwick Apartments - Cambridge

601 Wheeling Avenue
Cambridge, OH - 43725
(740) 439-2537
Community Amenities:     Affordable Housing Income Restrictions     Availability 24 Hours     BBQ/Picnic Area     Controlled Access/Gated     Courtyard     Elevator     Fitness Center     Historic Building     Laundry Facilities     Library     Public Transportation     24 Hour Maintenance     Bus Line     Community Room     Compu...see full details
Guernsey County

Laughlin Woods

Laughlin Woods - Cambridge

401 Columbia Ct
Cambridge, OH - 43725
(740) 435-9591
Community Amenities:     Affordable Housing Income Restrictions     24 Hour Maintenance     Laundry Facilities     Playground     Community Room     Landscaping     Off Street Parking Apartment Amenities:     Air Conditioning     Cable/Internet Ready     Carpeting     Dishwasher     Disposal     Patio/Balcony     Refrigerator   &nbs...see full details
Guernsey County

Cambridge Village - Low Income Apartments

Cambridge Village - Low Income Apartments - Cambridge

220 Columbia Court
Cambridge, OH - 43725
(740) 439-6613
Cambridge Village is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Cambridge Village for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. Amenities & Services: Air Conditioning Cable Ready Laundry Facility Off-street parking Playground Private Patio Sewer Included Storage Trash Included Water Included Window Coverings Lawn Care Maintenance ...see full details
Guernsey County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Heritage Court - Cambridge

720 South 10th Street
Cambridge, OH - 43725
(614) 439-1554
Heritage Court is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Heritage Court for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Guernsey County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Cambridge, 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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Check to see if you qualify for low cost or free housing by comparing the guidelines to your income records.



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