Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Fairlawn, OH 44334
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 44334 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Fairlawn, OH 44334. 71 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 6 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 44334
The 20 closest of 71 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Fox Creek Apts II
469 Sandhurst Rd, Akron, OH 44333
0.8 mi away
4 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Project Beginnings I
1707 Cromwell, Akron, OH 44313
2 mi away
11 units · Studio · People with disabilities
Jewish Senior Housing of Akron
710 White Pond Drive, Akron, OH 44320
2.4 mi away
101 units · 100 income-restricted · 1 BR
Scattered Sites
427 S Hawkins Ave, Akron, OH 44320
3 mi away
628 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 41 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Noble House
1019 Orlando Ave, Akron, OH 44320
3.8 mi away
1 unit
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
William E. Fowler, Sr. Apts. II
37 Byers Avenue, Akron, OH 44302
4.3 mi away
100 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 24 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Fernwood
342 Fernwood Dr, Akron, OH 44320
4.4 mi away
1 unit
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Beck Avenue
59 Beck Ave, Akron, OH 44302
4.4 mi away
3 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Saferstein Towers
585 Diagonal Rd, Akron, OH 44320
4.7 mi away
338 units · 1–2 BR
- Apply through Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 33 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 44334
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,220/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $48,800/yr
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 | 44334 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $880 | $886 |
| 1 bedroom | $940 | $952 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,220 | $1,231 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,460 | $1,474 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,600 | $1,618 |
Wider area = Akron, OH. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,000 (44302) to $1,690 (44321).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). 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 44334's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 44334Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Fairlawn, OH 44334?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Fairlawn, OH 44334, 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 Fairlawn, OH 44334 have openings?
These lists for Fairlawn, OH 44334 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 Fairlawn, OH 44334?
Use the phone number on each building card in Fairlawn, OH 44334. 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 Fairlawn, OH 44334?
In Fairlawn, OH 44334, 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 44334?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 44334 right now. 71 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 44334?
Yes — this page also lists 71 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Fairlawn, OH 44334 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Fairlawn, OH 44334?
Most income-restricted buildings in Fairlawn, OH 44334 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 Fairlawn, OH 44334?
For many programs in Fairlawn, OH 44334, 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 Fairlawn, OH 44334?
There is no single waiting list for Fairlawn, OH 44334. 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 Fairlawn, OH 44334?
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. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Fairlawn, OH 44334?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Fairlawn, OH 44334, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Fairlawn, OH 44334 is $1,220 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 Fairlawn, OH 44334?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Fairlawn, OH 44334. 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 Fairlawn, OH 44334?
This page may still list buildings in Fairlawn, OH 44334 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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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