Chesapeake, OH Low Income Housing

Chesapeake, OH Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Chesapeake, OH

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Chesapeake, 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 Chesapeake, 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 Chesapeake, Ohio - Lawrence County

Studio Apartments $706
One Bedroom Apartments $829
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,102
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,248

List of Low Income Housing in or near Chesapeake, OH

West View Manor - Huntington

601 Veterans Memorial Blvd
Huntington, WV - 25701
304-523-2740
West View Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact West View Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 0.50 miles from Chesapeake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Highlawn Place Affordable Living - Huntington

1130 3rd Ave
Huntington, WV - 25701
(304) 529-6251
Highlawn Place is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Rent based on 30% of adjusted income, for low Income households. Total Units: 133 Eligibility: 62 and older or Households with a person with a disability. Features and Amenities: 24/7 Availability Emergency maintenance on call Air Conditioner Appliances Balcony Carpet Community Room Elevator Laundry Library Off Street Parking Lot Plank Flooring Pull Cords Service Coordinator Utilities Included Vinyl Window Treatment Dogs Allowed Cats Allowed SMOKE FREE. Contact Highlawn Place for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications. ...see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 0.81 miles from Chesapeake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Green Gables - Huntington

520 2nd Street East
Huntington, WV - 25691
304-751-6669
Green Gables is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Green Gables for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 0.83 miles from Chesapeake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Riverview Manor - Huntington

99 13th St
Huntington, WV - 25701
304-525-7747
Riverview Manor is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Riverview Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 0.86 miles from Chesapeake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Cabell-Huntington Unity Apartments - Huntington

601 6th St
Huntington, WV - 25701
304 522-8400
This Section 811 apartment complex for persons with disabilities contains 24 one-bedroom apartments (6 have special features for the physically disabled) and one-bedroom apartment for the Resident Manager. 24 One-Bedroom apartments. rent: $437utility allowance: $38total rent: $475...see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 0.86 miles from Chesapeake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Huntington Housing Authority - Huntingdon

300 7th Avenue West
Huntingdon, WV - 25701
(304)526-4400
Huntington 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 area please contact the Housing Authority directly to obtain more information about eligibility requirements, availability of rentals or vouchers, the status of any waiting lists and their application procedures. ...see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 1.12 miles from Chesapeake


Huntington West Virginia Housing Authority - Huntington

300 Seventh Avenue West
Huntington, WV - 25701
304-526-4439
This is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency. Contact them for assistance for the following: Fair Housing Pre-Purchase Education Workshops Pre-purchase Counseling Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops Rental Housing Counseling Languages Spoken at Housing Agency: English...see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 1.12 miles from Chesapeake


G.r. Vale Home - Huntington

928 9th Avenue
Huntington, WV - 25705
304-697-1265
G.r. Vale Home is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact G.r. Vale Home for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 1.20 miles from Chesapeake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Eden Park - Huntington

732 10th Ave
Huntington, WV - 25701
(304) 529-4952
Eden Park is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Eden Park for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 1.26 miles from Chesapeake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Adams Landing - Huntington

820 Virginia Ave W
Huntington, WV - 25704
(304) 381-1826
Adams Landing is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Adams Landing for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Lawrence County
Listing Location: 1.38 miles from Chesapeake

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Chesapeake, 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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