Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Columbus Grove, OH 45830
1 affordable building in 45830 · 22 more within 10 mi
Columbus Grove, OH 45830 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 Section 8. 22 more are listed within 10 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 45830
No buildings in 45830 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 22 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Cedar House
1295 Pebble Creek Dr, Lima, OH 45801
9.5 mi away
8 units · 7 income-restricted · People with disabilities
Lima Club West Apartments
1855A N Cole St, Lima, OH 45801
10.2 mi away
86 units · 85 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Scattered Site: Acquisition
936 W Robb Ave Apt 111, Lima, OH 45801
10.4 mi away
243 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Allen Metropolitan Housing Authority
- Residents waited about 12 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Robin Rogers Apartments
990 W Robb Ave, Lima, OH 45801
10.4 mi away
20 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Wayne Street Project
608 W Wayne St, Lima, OH 45801
11.4 mi away
2 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Wayne
614 W Wayne St, Lima, OH 45801
11.4 mi away
6 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Argonne Retirement Inn
201 N Elizabeth St, Lima, OH 45801
11.6 mi away
85 units · 77 income-restricted
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Dominion Building Apartments
108 E High ST, Lima, OH 45801
11.6 mi away
50 units · 49 income-restricted · Studio–2 BR
Spring Street Senior Lofts
656 West Spring Street, Lima, OH 45801
11.8 mi away
79 units · 9 income-restricted · 1 BR
Nwc Corporation HUD 2, Inc.
625 West Spring St, Lima, OH 45801
11.8 mi away
12 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 45830
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,200/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $48,000/yr
- Renters in 45830 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 34%
Income limits (2026)
Putnam County, OH area · median family income $108,800. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,900 | $38,100 | $60,950 |
| 2 | $26,150 | $43,550 | $69,650 |
| 3 | $29,400 | $49,000 | $78,350 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $54,400 | $87,050 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $58,800 | $94,050 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $63,150 | $101,000 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $67,500 | $107,950 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $71,850 | $114,950 |
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 | 45830 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $910 | $827 |
| 1 bedroom | $920 | $837 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,200 | $1,095 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,440 | $1,305 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,600 | $1,452 |
Wider area = Putnam County, OH. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 10 nearby ZIPs range from $1,030 (45875) to $1,260 (45808).
Census figures for 45830 (2020–2024 average): median rent $765. Median household income $80,897. 8% of homes are rented. 34% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 5% 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 45830's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 45830Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Columbus Grove, OH 45830?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Columbus Grove, OH 45830, 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 Columbus Grove, OH 45830 have openings?
These lists for Columbus Grove, OH 45830 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 Columbus Grove, OH 45830?
Use the phone number on each building card in Columbus Grove, OH 45830. 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 Columbus Grove, OH 45830?
In Columbus Grove, OH 45830, 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 45830?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Columbus Grove, OH 45830. 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 45830?
Yes — this page also lists 22 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Columbus Grove, OH 45830 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Columbus Grove, OH 45830?
Most income-restricted buildings in Columbus Grove, OH 45830 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 $38,100, and $54,400 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($60,950 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 Columbus Grove, OH 45830?
For many programs in Columbus Grove, OH 45830, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $38,100 a year for 1 person and $54,400 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $60,950 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 Columbus Grove, OH 45830?
There is no single waiting list for Columbus Grove, OH 45830. 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 Columbus Grove, OH 45830?
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 project-based Section 8 in Columbus Grove, OH 45830. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Columbus Grove, OH 45830?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Columbus Grove, OH 45830, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Columbus Grove, OH 45830 is $1,200 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 Columbus Grove, OH 45830?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Columbus Grove, OH 45830. 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 Columbus Grove, OH 45830?
This page may still list buildings in Columbus Grove, OH 45830 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; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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