Chester, WV Low Income Housing

Chester, WV Low Income Housing Guide

Qualifying For Low Income Housing in Chester, WV

How do I qualify for low income housing in Chester, WV?
To qualify for low income housing in West Virginia, 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 Chester, WV

There are a variety of low-income housing options available in Chester, WV, 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 Chester, WV. 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 Chester, West Virginia - Hancock County

Studio Apartments $623
One Bedroom Apartments $794
Two Bedroom Apartments $1,072
Three Bedroom Apartments $1,151

List of Low Income Housing in or near Chester, WV

Market Street Lofts - East Liverpool

419 Market Street
East Liverpool, OH - 43920
(330) 299-6287
Market Street Lofts offers low income one and two bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. *Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list.  If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below.* ...see full details
Hancock County
Listing Location: 0.98 miles from Chester


Heights Manor - East Liverpool

325 N Shadylane Dr
East Liverpool, OH - 43920
(330)385-4047
Heights Manor is a Family low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Heights Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hancock County
Listing Location: 2.66 miles from Chester

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Hancock House - New Cumberland

720 3rd Ave
New Cumberland, WV - 26047
304-564-3907
Hancock House is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Hancock House for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hancock County
Listing Location: 8.38 miles from Chester

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Whispering Hills - Toronto

901 Bank St
Toronto, OH - 43964
(740) 537-4949
Whispering Hills offers low income one, two and three bedroom units. This is a Low Income Housing Tax Credit community and will have rent and income restrictions based on the Area Median Income. Office Hours: M-F 8 am - 5 pm Given the demand for low income housing, there may be a waiting list.  If this listing is incorrect, please contact us using the form below. ...see full details
Hancock County
Listing Location: 9.84 miles from Chester

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Riverside Manor Apartments - Toronto

524 N 5th St
Toronto, OH - 43964
216-621-6576
Riverside Manor Apartments is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Riverside Manor Apartments for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hancock County
Listing Location: 10.24 miles from Chester

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Chestnut Manor - Weirton

200 Arango St
Weirton, WV - 26062
304-723-6890
Chestnut Manor is a Disabled low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Chestnut Manor for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hancock County
Listing Location: 13.19 miles from Chester

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Beaver County Housing Authority - Beaver

300 State Street
Beaver, PA - 15009
(724) 775-1220
Beaver County 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
Hancock County
Listing Location: 13.57 miles from Chester


Francis Farmer - Beaver

274 Friendship Circle
Beaver, PA - 15009
(724) 775-1220
Francis Farmer is a senior low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Francis Farmer for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hancock County
Listing Location: 13.88 miles from Chester

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Passavant Memorial Homes Vi - Monaca

270 Todd Lane
Monaca, PA - 15061
(412) 820-1010
Passavant Memorial Homes Vi is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Passavant Memorial Homes Vi for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hancock County
Listing Location: 13.97 miles from Chester

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Passavant Memorial Homes Viii - Aliquippa

203 Guy St
Aliquippa, PA - 15001
412-820-1010
Passavant Memorial Homes Viii is a low income housing apartment subsidized by the federal governments HUD (Housing and Urban Development Division). Contact Passavant Memorial Homes Viii for complete details on the current vacancies and housing applications....see full details
Hancock County
Listing Location: 14.20 miles from Chester

HUD Housing Apartment
Section 8 apartment

Tips for Finding Low-Income Housing in Chester, WV

  • 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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