Find-a-Way I — Income-Restricted Housing in Cincinnati, OH 45209
3027 Minot Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45209
40 units · 39 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Leasing office: (614) 481-8106Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (614) 481-8106 to ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists.
- These records do not show openings — call to confirm vacancies and waiting lists.
At this building
- Opened
- 1984
- Bedrooms
- 39 1 bedroom
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 99/100 (Sep 2025) HUD inspects subsidized buildings on a 0–100 scale. This is a snapshot, not a pass/fail grade.
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Rents and income limits in 45209
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,880/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $75,200/yr
- Renters in 45209 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 24%
Income limits (2026)
Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN area · median family income $109,900. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $23,100 | $38,500 | $61,550 |
| 2 | $26,400 | $44,000 | $70,350 |
| 3 | $29,700 | $49,500 | $79,150 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $54,950 | $87,900 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $59,350 | $94,950 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $63,750 | $102,000 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $68,150 | $109,000 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $72,550 | $116,050 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 45209 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,370 | $1,052 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,470 | $1,128 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,880 | $1,442 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,470 | $1,897 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,790 | $2,141 |
Wider area = Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,190 (45229) to $1,760 (45208).
Census figures for 45209 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,309. Median household income $93,420. 61% of homes are rented. 24% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 10% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 45209's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 45209Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Find-a-Way I?
Call (614) 481-8106 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Find-a-Way I in Cincinnati, OH 45209. These records do not show openings.
Is Find-a-Way I Section 8 housing?
Find-a-Way I is listed with a HUD-assisted or project-based Section 8 contract. The subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different — you apply with the housing authority. Confirm the program when you call.
How many units are at Find-a-Way I?
Public records list 40 units at Find-a-Way I in Cincinnati, OH 45209. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Find-a-Way I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 45209 and nearby ZIP codes. Open a nearby card for the address and phone. Lists still do not show vacancies.
People Also Ask
How do I get into Find-a-Way I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Find-a-Way I in Cincinnati, OH 45209. Public housing is through the housing authority. Bring ID and income documents when they tell you to. This site cannot submit an application for you.
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Cincinnati, OH 45209?
Most income-restricted buildings in Cincinnati, OH 45209 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $38,500, and $54,950 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($61,550 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Cincinnati, OH 45209?
For many programs in Cincinnati, OH 45209, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $38,500 a year for 1 person and $54,950 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $61,550 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Cincinnati, OH 45209?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Cincinnati, OH 45209, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Cincinnati, OH 45209 is $1,880 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Does Find-a-Way I take Section 8 vouchers?
Find-a-Way I is listed with project-based Section 8 or HUD assistance — the subsidy is on the unit, so you usually apply at the building rather than bringing a tenant voucher. Ask when you call whether they also accept Housing Choice Vouchers.
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.