Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Stow, OH 44224
7 affordable buildings in 44224 · 57 more within 7 mi
Stow, OH 44224 has 7 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit, 2 public housing, 4 Section 8, and 3 senior. 57 more are listed within 7 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 44224
Maplewood Gardens
4175 Americana Dr, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44224
104 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 87 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Stephanie Keys Building
4133 Fishcreek Rd, Stow, OH 44224
99 units · 1 BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 24 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Peachtree III
4229 Wyoga Lake Rd, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44224
6 units · 2–3 BR · People with disabilities
No buildings in 44224 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 57 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Cardinals Peak
3388 Charles St, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
2.1 mi away
14 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Hudson Drive Group Home II
3457 Hudson Dr, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
2.3 mi away
4 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Hudson Drive Group Home I
3447 Hudson Dr, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
2.3 mi away
4 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Villages at Franklin Crossing
926 Silver Meadows Blvd., Kent, OH 44240
2.7 mi away
348 units · 129 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Honey Locust Garden
3391 Prange Dr, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223
3.6 mi away
137 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 75 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Friendship Terrace Apartments
3350 Prange Dr, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223
3.7 mi away
40 units · 39 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Sutliff II Apartments
1860 2nd ST, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
4 mi away
185 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 36 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Kentway Apts
388-390 E. Summit St., Kent, OH 44240
4.7 mi away
143 units · 58 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
Saxon Village
265 North Thomas Road, Tallmadge, OH 44278
4.8 mi away
168 units · 167 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
Fred W Nimmer Place
1600 Brittain Rd, Akron, OH 44310
5.1 mi away
237 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 25 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 44224
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,470/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $58,800/yr
- Renters in 44224 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 43%
Income limits (2026)
Akron, OH area · median family income $97,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $20,450 | $34,000 | $54,400 |
| 2 | $23,350 | $38,850 | $62,200 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $43,700 | $69,950 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $52,450 | $83,950 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $56,350 | $90,150 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $60,250 | $96,350 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $64,100 | $102,600 |
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 | 44224 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,060 | $886 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,140 | $952 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,470 | $1,231 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,760 | $1,474 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,930 | $1,618 |
Wider area = Akron, OH. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,000 (44262) to $1,850 (44236).
Census figures for 44224 (2020–2024 average): median rent $1,183. Median household income $94,287. 31% of homes are rented. 43% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 24% 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 44224's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 44224Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Stow, OH 44224?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Stow, OH 44224, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Stow, OH 44224 have openings?
These lists for Stow, OH 44224 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Stow, OH 44224?
Use the phone number on each building card in Stow, OH 44224. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Stow, OH 44224?
In Stow, OH 44224, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 44224?
This directory lists 7 income-restricted buildings in Stow, OH 44224. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 44224?
Yes — this page also lists 57 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Stow, OH 44224 (within about 7 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Stow, OH 44224?
Most income-restricted buildings in Stow, OH 44224 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 $34,000, and $48,550 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($54,400 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 Stow, OH 44224?
For many programs in Stow, OH 44224, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $34,000 a year for 1 person and $48,550 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $54,400 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Stow, OH 44224?
There is no single waiting list for Stow, OH 44224. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Stow, OH 44224?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists public housing, project-based Section 8, tax-credit apartments in Stow, OH 44224. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Stow, OH 44224?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Stow, OH 44224, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Stow, OH 44224 is $1,470 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.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Stow, OH 44224?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Stow, OH 44224. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Stow, OH 44224?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Stow, OH 44224. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
Nearby ZIP codes
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.
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