Westerly I — Income-Restricted Housing in Lakewood, OH 44107
14300 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107
122 units · Studio–2 BR
Leasing office: (216) 521-7260Directions
How to apply
- Call the leasing office at (216) 521-7260 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
- 1963
- Bedrooms
- 26 Studio · 4 1 bedroom · 1 2 bedrooms
- HUD inspection
- HUD inspection score: 94/100 (Apr 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 44107
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,370/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $54,800/yr
- Renters in 44107 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 37%
Income limits (2026)
Cleveland, OH area · median family income $105,000. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,050 | $36,750 | $58,800 |
| 2 | $25,200 | $42,000 | $67,200 |
| 3 | $28,350 | $47,250 | $75,600 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $52,500 | $84,000 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $56,700 | $90,750 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $60,900 | $97,450 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $65,100 | $104,200 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $69,300 | $110,900 |
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 | 44107 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $990 | $924 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,130 | $1,050 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,370 | $1,274 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,750 | $1,628 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,890 | $1,756 |
Wider area = Cleveland, OH. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,080 (44109) to $1,910 (44113).
Census figures for 44107 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,070. Median household income $68,970. 56% of homes are rented. 37% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 16% 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 44107's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 44107Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to Westerly I?
Call (216) 521-7260 and ask about applying, vacancies, and waiting lists at Westerly I in Lakewood, OH 44107. These records do not show openings.
Is Westerly I Section 8 housing?
Westerly 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 Westerly I?
Public records list 122 units at Westerly I in Lakewood, OH 44107. That is a building size, not a count of open apartments.
Are there other affordable apartments near Westerly I?
Yes — this page lists other income-restricted buildings in 44107 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 Westerly I?
Call the number on this page and ask about the waiting list or how to apply at Westerly I in Lakewood, OH 44107. 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 Lakewood, OH 44107?
Most income-restricted buildings in Lakewood, OH 44107 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 $36,750, and $52,500 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($58,800 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 Lakewood, OH 44107?
For many programs in Lakewood, OH 44107, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $36,750 a year for 1 person and $52,500 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $58,800 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 Lakewood, OH 44107?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Lakewood, OH 44107, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Lakewood, OH 44107 is $1,370 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 Westerly I take Section 8 vouchers?
Westerly 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. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying. Report a correction.