Saferstein Towers Public Housing Akron, OH
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Saferstein Towers is a Public Housing community in Akron, OH with 338 units reporting 83% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $343/month on average. The property reported a typical wait of roughly 36 months.
338
total units
83%
occupancy
$343
avg resident rent
36 mo
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 585 Diagonal Rd, Akron, OH 44320 Map → |
| Average household income | $14,923/yr |
| Average personal income | $14,244/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 14% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 86% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 98% |
| One-bedroom share | 96% |
How to apply at Saferstein Towers
Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
- Call or visit the management office at 585 Diagonal Rd, Akron; ask if the waitlist is open and request an application.
- Gather ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of all income. Applications are always free.
- Claim eligible preferences (homelessness, veteran, local residency) with documentation.
- Respond fast to interview letters; verify rent expectations against your budget (~$343/mo average here).
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| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
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| William E. Fowler Senior Apartments PB Section 8 | Akron | 1.1 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Saferstein Towers have?
Public Housing. Public housing: owned by the local housing authority, with rents set at about 30% of household income. Apply through the authority.
How much is rent at Saferstein Towers?
Residents report average rents near $343/month in HUD administrative data. Under most federal programs you pay roughly 30% of adjusted income — your actual amount depends on household income and unit size.
How do I apply at Saferstein Towers?
Contact the management office at 585 Diagonal Rd in Akron. Ask whether the waitlist is open, request an application, and claim any preferences you qualify for. There is never a fee to apply for HUD-subsidized housing.