Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Akron, OH 44302
8 affordable buildings in 44302 · 81 more within 4 mi
Akron, OH 44302 has 8 income-restricted buildings: 4 tax credit, 1 public housing, 4 Section 8, and 3 senior. 81 more are listed within 4 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 44302
William E. Fowler, Sr. Apts. II
37 Byers Avenue, Akron, OH 44302
100 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 24 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
154 S Maple St
154 S Maple St, Akron, OH 44302
41 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 44302 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 81 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Fernwood
342 Fernwood Dr, Akron, OH 44320
0.3 mi away
1 unit
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Saferstein Towers
585 Diagonal Rd, Akron, OH 44320
0.6 mi away
338 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 33 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Newman Highland Square
264 W Market Street, Akron, OH 44303
0.6 mi away
46 units · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
Ohio Property Mgmt & Development
255 Crosby St, Akron, OH 44303
0.7 mi away
5 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Belcher Apartments
400 Locust St, Akron, OH 44307
1 mi away
229 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 42 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Edgewood Village I
693 Edgewood Ave, Akron, OH 44307
1 mi away
80 units · 49 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 128 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Edgewood Village 4
492 Mary Peavey Eagle Ct, Akron, OH 44307
1.1 mi away
48 units · 23 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
Edgewood Village 5
491 Vernon Odom Blvd, Akron, OH 44307
1.2 mi away
48 units · 1–4+ BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 51 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Cascade Village East/West
285 N Howard St, Akron, OH 44304
1.2 mi away
65 units · 16 income-restricted · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 1 month to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Edgewood Village South
856 Mallison Ave, Akron, OH 44307
1.3 mi away
50 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 70 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Carpenter Street
632 Carpenter St, Akron, OH 44310
1.3 mi away
1 unit
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 44302
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,000/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,000/yr
- Renters in 44302 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 54%
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 | 44302 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $720 | $886 |
| 1 bedroom | $780 | $952 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,000 | $1,231 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,200 | $1,474 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,320 | $1,618 |
Wider area = Akron, OH. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,040 (44311) to $1,560 (44308).
Census figures for 44302 (2020–2024 average): median rent $814. Median household income $42,400. 54% of homes are rented. 54% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 27% 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 44302's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 44302Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Akron, OH 44302?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Akron, OH 44302, 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 Akron, OH 44302 have openings?
These lists for Akron, OH 44302 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 Akron, OH 44302?
Use the phone number on each building card in Akron, OH 44302. 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 Akron, OH 44302?
In Akron, OH 44302, 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 44302?
This directory lists 8 income-restricted buildings in Akron, OH 44302. 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 44302?
Yes — this page also lists 81 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Akron, OH 44302 (within about 4 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Akron, OH 44302?
Most income-restricted buildings in Akron, OH 44302 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 Akron, OH 44302?
For many programs in Akron, OH 44302, 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 Akron, OH 44302?
There is no single waiting list for Akron, OH 44302. 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 Akron, OH 44302?
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 Akron, OH 44302. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Akron, OH 44302?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Akron, OH 44302, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Akron, OH 44302 is $1,000 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 Akron, OH 44302?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Akron, OH 44302. 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 Akron, OH 44302?
Yes — this directory flags senior (often 62+) buildings in Akron, OH 44302. Use the Seniors filter on the list. Age rules vary; call to confirm.
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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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