Multi-Family Project Based Rental Assistance | Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority

136-212 West Thornton Street, Akron, OH 44311

Eligibility

Serves Summit County residents age 18 and over who meet income eligibility guidelines. Applicants are subject to a criminal background check. Any past balance owed must be paid in full before AMHA can offer housing. The Low Income (Public Housing) Eligibility Guidelines (updated April 1st, 2025): - Family of 1: $56,200. - Family of 2: $64,200. - Family of 3: $72,250. - Family of 4: $80,250. - Family of 5: $86,700. - Family of 6: $93,100. - Family of 7: $99,550. - Family of 8: $105,950.

Hours

Same as site hours.

(330) 252-9266

Voice - voice | Application Office

(330) 773-6825

Voice - voice | Management Office

Languages

Utilizes language interpretation services.

Application process

- Individuals and families can apply for housing online by visiting the Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority (AMHA) website at www.akronhousing.org and following the instructions for submitting a Preliminary Application. - Once a Preliminary Application has been submitted online, the applicant will be provided with a confirmation number as proof of the date and time of their application. - When applicants are near the top of the wait list for any program that they have applied for, they will be notified by mail to attend an orientation and complete a full application. - Persons with disabilities needing assistance should contact the AMHA Reasonable Accommodations Coordinator at 330-762-9631.

Fees

Rent is based on 30% of adjusted gross yearly income.

Service area

Summit County, Ohio

Description

Offers privately owned rental housing that is made available to low-income households at reduced rates based on a contract between HUD or the state housing authority and the property owner.

What's Here

Families Low Income/Subsidized Private Rental Housing

Providing organization

Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority

Provides housing to low and moderate income citizens living in Summit County. Administers public housing programs, the Housing Choice Voucher program, and single family home programs. Note: Part of the Youth Success Summit (formerly OSTN).