West Union Square Public Housing Cincinnati, OH
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
West Union Square is a Public Housing community in Cincinnati, OH with 19 units reporting 95% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $375/month on average.
19
total units
95%
occupancy
$375
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Public Housing |
|---|---|
| Address | 2942 Banning Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45239 Map → |
| Average household income | $15,489/yr |
| Average personal income | $15,489/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Households below 30% AMI | 94% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 100% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at West Union Square
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 2942 Banning Rd, Cincinnati; 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 (~$375/mo average here).
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| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does West Union Square 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 West Union Square?
Residents report average rents near $375/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 West Union Square?
Contact the management office at 2942 Banning Rd in Cincinnati. 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.