Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Canton, OH 44705
9 affordable buildings in 44705 · 36 more within 6 mi
Canton, OH 44705 has 9 income-restricted buildings: 2 tax credit, 2 public housing, and 5 Section 8. 36 more are listed within 6 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 44705
Ellisdale Homes and Leshdale Homes
3108 Daleford Ave NE, Canton, OH 44705
203 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Stark Metropolitian Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 21 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Mahoning, Gage and NE Canton Scattered
1733 Morris Ave NE Apt A, Canton, OH 44705
192 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Stark Metropolitian Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 18 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Cedar Oaks
3528 Millvale Ave. NE, Canton, OH 44705
40 units · 39 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Ican Garden Apartments
3302 Millvale Avenue, NE, Canton, OH 44705
12 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
North Canton
2915 33rd St NE, Canton, OH 44705
12 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Ren-War Group Home #2
3660 Millvale Ave NE, Canton, OH 44705
8 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 44705 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 36 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Plaza, Kimberle and Neal Court
716 30th St NW, Canton, OH 44709
2.4 mi away
149 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Stark Metropolitian Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 20 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Plaza Apartments
3320 Cromer Ave NW, Canton, OH 44709
2.6 mi away
41 units · 40 income-restricted · 1 BR
Parkway Lofts
1300 Christmas Seal Dr NW, Canton, OH 44709
2.8 mi away
38 units · 5 income-restricted · 1 BR
Stark County Scattered Sites
1400 42nd St NW, Canton, OH 44709
2.9 mi away
184 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Stark Metropolitian Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 12 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Scattered Sites
2215 Tuscarawas St E, Canton, OH 44707
2.9 mi away
219 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Stark Metropolitian Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 20 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Gateway House II
626 Walnut Ave NE, Canton, OH 44702
3 mi away
40 units · Studio–2 BR · People experiencing homelessness
McKinley Park and Turner Towers
510 High Ave SW, Canton, OH 44707
3.6 mi away
93 units · 2–3 BR
- Apply through Stark Metropolitian Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 13 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 44705
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,060/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $42,400/yr
- Renters in 44705 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 45%
Income limits (2026)
Canton-Massillon, OH area · median family income $90,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $19,000 | $31,650 | $50,650 |
| 2 | $21,700 | $36,200 | $57,850 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $40,700 | $65,100 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $45,200 | $72,300 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $48,850 | $78,100 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $52,450 | $83,900 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $56,050 | $89,700 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $59,700 | $95,450 |
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 | 44705 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $740 | $734 |
| 1 bedroom | $840 | $827 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,060 | $1,049 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,340 | $1,327 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,440 | $1,421 |
Wider area = Canton-Massillon, OH. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,000 (44704) to $1,110 (44710).
Census figures for 44705 (2020–2024 average): median rent $905. Median household income $43,439. 43% of homes are rented. 45% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 20% 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 44705's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 44705Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Canton, OH 44705?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Canton, OH 44705, 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 Canton, OH 44705 have openings?
These lists for Canton, OH 44705 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 Canton, OH 44705?
Use the phone number on each building card in Canton, OH 44705. 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 Canton, OH 44705?
In Canton, OH 44705, 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 44705?
This directory lists 9 income-restricted buildings in Canton, OH 44705. 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 44705?
Yes — this page also lists 36 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Canton, OH 44705 (within about 6 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Canton, OH 44705?
Most income-restricted buildings in Canton, OH 44705 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 $31,650, and $45,200 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($50,650 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 Canton, OH 44705?
For many programs in Canton, OH 44705, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $31,650 a year for 1 person and $45,200 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $50,650 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 Canton, OH 44705?
There is no single waiting list for Canton, OH 44705. 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 Canton, OH 44705?
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 Canton, OH 44705. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Canton, OH 44705?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Canton, OH 44705, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Canton, OH 44705 is $1,060 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 Canton, OH 44705?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Canton, OH 44705. 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 Canton, OH 44705?
This page may still list buildings in Canton, OH 44705 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
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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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