The Ericsson Apartments PB Section 8 Akron, OH
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
The Ericsson Apartments is a Project-Based Section 8 community in Akron, OH with 240 units reporting 87% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $178/month on average.
240
total units
87%
occupancy
$178
avg resident rent
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reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Project-Based Section 8 |
|---|---|
| Address | 1184 Keys Pl, Akron, OH 44306 Map → |
| Average household income | $7,181/yr |
| Average personal income | $2,620/yr |
| People per unit | 2.7 |
| Moved in within last year | 14% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 92% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 98% |
How to apply at The Ericsson Apartments
Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
- Call or visit the management office at 1184 Keys Pl, 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 (~$178/mo average here).
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Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willow Run Public Housing | Akron | 1.1 km |
| Mohawk Public Housing | Akron | 1.1 km |
| Collinson Apartments LIHTCPB Section 8 | Akron | 1.1 km |
| Summit Lake Homes LIHTC | Akron | 1.1 km |
| Villa at Marian Park §202 Senior | Akron | 1.7 km |
| Oak Creek Apts LIHTC | Akron | 2.8 km |
| Washington Homes LIHTCPB Section 8 | Akron | 2.8 km |
| Akron Homes I LIHTC | Akron | 3.3 km |
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does The Ericsson Apartments have?
Project-Based Section 8. Project-Based Section 8: HUD contracts cover the gap between about 30% of your income and the approved rent for this building. Apply at the management office.
How much is rent at The Ericsson Apartments?
Residents report average rents near $178/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 The Ericsson Apartments?
Contact the management office at 1184 Keys Pl 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.