Affordable & Low-Income Housing in East Canton, OH 44730
1 affordable building in 44730 · 44 more within 8 mi
East Canton, OH 44730 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit. 44 more are listed within 8 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 44730
No buildings in 44730 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 44 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Scattered Sites
2215 Tuscarawas St E, Canton, OH 44707
4.6 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
Roselane, Louisville and Waynesburg
1328 E Main St, Louisville, OH 44641
5 mi away
122 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Stark Metropolitian Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 22 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Mahoning, Gage and NE Canton Scattered
1733 Morris Ave NE Apt A, Canton, OH 44705
5.1 mi away
192 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Stark Metropolitian Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 18 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Ican Garden Apartments
3302 Millvale Avenue, NE, Canton, OH 44705
5.1 mi away
12 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Cedar Oaks
3528 Millvale Ave. NE, Canton, OH 44705
5.3 mi away
40 units · 39 income-restricted · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Ellisdale Homes and Leshdale Homes
3108 Daleford Ave NE, Canton, OH 44705
5.4 mi away
203 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Stark Metropolitian Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 21 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Ren-War Group Home #2
3660 Millvale Ave NE, Canton, OH 44705
5.4 mi away
8 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Gateway Homes
1038 Charles Ede Blvd SE, Canton, OH 44707
5.4 mi away
29 units · 25 income-restricted · 4+ BR · People with disabilities
Jackson Sherrick Apartments
1432 Robin Ct SE, Canton, OH 44707
5.4 mi away
312 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Stark Metropolitian Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 15 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Gateway Estates
1700 Gateway Blvd SE, Canton, OH 44707
5.4 mi away
40 units · 36 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR · People with disabilities
Cherry Homes
1547 Gateway Blvd SE, Canton, OH 44707
5.5 mi away
30 units · 25 income-restricted · 4+ BR · People with disabilities
North Canton
2915 33rd St NE, Canton, OH 44705
5.7 mi away
12 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 44730
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,020/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,800/yr
- Renters in 44730 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 43%
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 | 44730 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $710 | $734 |
| 1 bedroom | $800 | $827 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,020 | $1,049 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,290 | $1,327 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,380 | $1,421 |
Wider area = Canton-Massillon, OH. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 12 nearby ZIPs range from $1,000 (44707) to $1,070 (44714).
Census figures for 44730 (2020–2024 average): median rent $858. Median household income $70,232. 19% of homes are rented. 43% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 6% 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 44730's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 44730Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in East Canton, OH 44730?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in East Canton, OH 44730, 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 East Canton, OH 44730 have openings?
These lists for East Canton, OH 44730 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 East Canton, OH 44730?
Use the phone number on each building card in East Canton, OH 44730. 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 East Canton, OH 44730?
In East Canton, OH 44730, 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 44730?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in East Canton, OH 44730. 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 44730?
Yes — this page also lists 44 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near East Canton, OH 44730 (within about 8 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in East Canton, OH 44730?
Most income-restricted buildings in East Canton, OH 44730 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 East Canton, OH 44730?
For many programs in East Canton, OH 44730, 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 East Canton, OH 44730?
There is no single waiting list for East Canton, OH 44730. 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 East Canton, OH 44730?
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 tax-credit apartments in East Canton, OH 44730. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in East Canton, OH 44730?
In public housing and most Section 8 in East Canton, OH 44730, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near East Canton, OH 44730 is $1,020 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 East Canton, OH 44730?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in East Canton, OH 44730. 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 East Canton, OH 44730?
This page may still list buildings in East Canton, OH 44730 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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