How many low income apartments are in Ashland, OH?

HUD administrative data tracks 9 subsidized properties in Ashland with approximately 248 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Ashland?

Tenant-paid rents in Ashland's assisted buildings typically range from about $288 to $476 monthly, depending on program and bedroom size. Voucher holders generally pay close to 30% of their own income instead.

How do I apply for Section 8 in Ashland?

Two routes: (1) apply directly to each subsidized building — they manage their own waitlists; (2) join your regional housing authority's Housing Choice Voucher waitlist when open. Our step-by-step guide walks through documents and timing.

What rent will a Section 8 voucher cover in Ashland?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Ashland County: about $779/mo for one-bedroom and $973/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Ashland, OH

There are 9 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Ashland with roughly 248 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 5 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $288 to $476 per month.

assisted properties

248

subsidized units

$382

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Ashland

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Ashland

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Ashland Essex House LIHTCPB Section 8	45	—	—
Ashland Village LIHTCPB Section 8	45	$288	—
Good Shepherd Villa PB Section 8	41	$476	—
Lincoln Terrace Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Mill Run Place §202 Senior	36	$417	—
Martin House PB Section 8	33	—	—
Fairview West LIHTC	8	—	—
Montgomery Crossing §811 PRA	0	—	—
Union Lofts LIHTC§811 PRA	0	—	—

Section 8 apartments in Ashland (project-based)

These buildings carry HUD Section 8 contracts attached to the units — apply at each management office rather than through the voucher waitlist. How project-based Section 8 works →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Ashland Essex House LIHTCPB Section 8	45	—	—
Ashland Village LIHTCPB Section 8	45	$288	—
Good Shepherd Villa PB Section 8	41	$476	—
Lincoln Terrace Apts LIHTCPB Section 8	40	—	—
Martin House PB Section 8	33	—	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Ashland

Tax-credit units rent below market rate for households within income bands (often 30–60% of Area Median Income). Understanding LIHTC →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Fairview West LIHTC	8	—	—
Union Lofts LIHTC§811 PRA	0	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Ashland County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Ashland County: studio $677, 1-BR $779, 2-BR $973, 3-BR $1,280, 4-BR $1,472.

Full FMR table for Ashland County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Ashland

Apply to buildings directly. Project-based Section 8, public housing, §202/§811 and LIHTC properties run their own waitlists — contact each office using the details on its page.
Join voucher waitlists. Your regional housing authority administers Housing Choice Vouchers; ask about current openings and preferences. Step-by-step application guide →
Document everything. ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and income proof speed up both paths.
Stay reachable. Update your address everywhere — missed mail is the top reason applicants lose spots.

Nearby cities with low income housing

Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.