Elyria, OH Low Income Housing

Elyria, OH Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Elyria, OH

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Elyria, 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 Elyria, 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 Elyria, Ohio - Lorain County

Studio Apartments $820
One Bedroom Apartments $998
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,296
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,369

List of Low Income Housing in or near Elyria, OH

Westway Gardens

Westway Gardens - Elyria

731 Infirmary Rd
Elyria, OH - 44035
(440) 322-4881
Lorain County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 100
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Midview Crossing Apartments - Elyria

1864 Middle Avenue
Elyria, OH - 44035
440-323-2080
Lorain County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): Based on income
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Riverview Plaza - Lorain Low Rent Public Housing Apartments

Riverview Plaza - Lorain Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Elyria

310 East Avenue
Elyria, OH - 44035
(440) 288-1600
Lorain County

Wilkes Villa - Lorain Low Rent Public Housing Apartments

Wilkes Villa - Lorain Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Elyria

104 Louden Court
Elyria, OH - 44035
(440) 288-1600
Lorain County

Lorain County Urban League - Elyria

401 Broad Street, Suite B
Elyria, OH - 44035
440-323-3364-22
Lorain County

South Park Apartments - Elyria

1864-c Middle Ave
Elyria, OH - 44035
440-323-2080
Lorain County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Chadwick Apartments

Chadwick Apartments - Elyria

160 Ridge Circle Ln
Elyria, OH - 44035
(440) 723-2618
Lorain County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

R J Gordon Manor - Elyria

511 Fuller Rd
Elyria, OH - 44035
(615) 259-4332
Lorain County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Harr Plaza - Elyria

15 Chestnut St
Elyria, OH - 44035
(440) 288-1600
Lorain County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Foster Garden - Elyria

421-a Foster Ave
Elyria, OH - 44035
(440) 245-2813
Lorain County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Kensington Square Ii - Elyria

535 S Abbe Rd
Elyria, OH - 44035
(216) 591-0881
Lorain County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Kensington Square Apartments - Elyria

555 S Abbe Rd
Elyria, OH - 44035
(216) 591-0881
Lorain County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Arlington Square - Elyria

150 David Dr
Elyria, OH - 44035
(216) 591-0881
Lorain County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Elyria, 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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