Spicer Terrace | Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
Provides 12 units of 1-bedroom public housing to individuals who are currently homeless including homeless individuals with mental illness. Onsite services include service coordination in partnership with Community Support Services (CSS).
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211 Summit
Physical Address
502 Spicer Street, Akron, OH 44311
Hours
Same as site hours.
Voice
Website
Application process
- Individuals can apply for housing online by visiting the Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority (AMHA) website at www.akronhousing.org. Follow 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 application submission. - When applicants are near the top of the wait list for any of the programs they selected, applicants will be notified by mail to attend an orientation and complete a full application. - After completing a full application, persons with mental illness should contact CSS for a recommendation which will move them up on the wait list. Call CSS at 330-996-9141 and request Resident Services.
Fee
Rent is based on 30% of adjusted gross income. Must contribute at least $50 a month.
Eligibility
Serves individuals ages 18 to 24 residing in Summit County who are currently homeless, at risk of becoming homeless and have a disability. The Low Income (Public Housing) Eligibility Guidelines (updated April 1st, 2024): - Family of 1: $53,450.
Languages
Interpretation and bilingual services are available upon request.
Service area
Summit County, Ohio
Agency info
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).