Lorain, OH Low Income Housing

Lorain, OH Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Lorain, OH

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

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Lorain, 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 Lorain, 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 Lorain, 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 Lorain, OH

Nativity Manor - Low Income Apartments - Lorain

420 West 15th St.
Lorain, OH - 44052
(440) 244-0776
Lorain County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 1 bedroom 440 2 bedroom 590
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): None
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Lowell Apartments Affordable

Lowell Apartments Affordable - Lorain

1833 E 31st Street
Lorain, OH - 44055
(216) 505-1253
Lorain County
Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Are all utilities included
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Westlake Gardens - Lorain

5003 West Erie Avenue
Lorain, OH - 44053
(440) 989-1932
Lorain County

Southside Gardens - Lorain Low Rent Public Housing Apartments

Southside Gardens - Lorain Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Lorain

3010 Vine Avenue
Lorain, OH - 44055
(440) 288-1600
Lorain County

Lakeview Plaza - Lorain Low Rent Public Housing Apartments

Lakeview Plaza - Lorain Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Lorain

310 Seventh Street
Lorain, OH - 44052
(440) 288-1600
Lorain County

John F. Kennedy Plaza - Lorain Low Rent Public Housing Apartments

John F. Kennedy Plaza - Lorain Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Lorain

1730 Broadway
Lorain, OH - 44052
(440) 288-1600
Lorain County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 221
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Westview Terrace - Lorain Low Rent Public Housing Apartments

Westview Terrace - Lorain Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Lorain

2218 West 24th Street
Lorain, OH - 44052
(440) 288-1600
Lorain County

Leavitt Homes - Lorain Low Rent Public Housing Apartments

Leavitt Homes - Lorain Low Rent Public Housing Apartments - Lorain

2153 Lorain Drive
Lorain, OH - 44052
(440) 288-1600
Lorain County

Lorain Metropolitan Housing Authority

Lorain Metropolitan Housing Authority - Lorain

1600 Kansas Avenue
Lorain, OH - 44052
(440) 288-1600
Lorain County

Lorain County Community Action Agency - Lorain

502 - 506 Broadway Avenue
Lorain, OH - 44052
440-204-3155
Lorain County

Westgate Gardens - Affordable Community

Westgate Gardens - Affordable Community - Lorain

2927 Leavitt Rd
Lorain, OH - 44052
(440) 282-2228
Lorain County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Pearl Village - Affordable Community

Pearl Village - Affordable Community - Lorain

4221 Pearl Ave
Lorain, OH - 44055
(440) 277-4330
Lorain County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): 500-600 2 bd 1 ba
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Are Utilities included in rent? (user reports): Gas BARELY BUT management sits on her huge ass all day claims g
electric
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Booker T Washington - Lorain

3002 Fulmer Rd
Lorain, OH - 44053
440 774-1040
Lorain County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Firelands Lorain - Lorain

1025 W Erie Ave
Lorain, OH - 44052
419-334-9586
Lorain County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Sacred Heart Manor

Sacred Heart Manor - Lorain

4285 Pearl Ave
Lorain, OH - 44055
216-621-6576
Lorain County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Oberlin Manor - Lorain

1220 W 37th St
Lorain, OH - 44053
(440) 439-3800
Lorain County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

International Plaza - Lorain

1825 Homewood Dr
Lorain, OH - 44055
(440) 288-1600
Lorain County
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Apartment Costs (user reports): What is the cost for one bedroom
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HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Marshall Plaza Ii - Lorain

1940 W 27th St
Lorain, OH - 44052
(216) 591-0881
Lorain County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Marshall Plaza I - Lorain

1940 W 27th
Lorain, OH - 44052
(216) 591-0881
Lorain County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

West Lake Gardens - Lorain

5001 W Erie Rd
Lorain, OH - 44052
(216) 520-1250
Lorain County
HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Lorain, 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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