Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Cleveland Heights, OH
There are 14 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Cleveland Heights with roughly 1,074 assisted units — including 6 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 4 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $316 to $421 per month.
Map of subsidized housing in Cleveland Heights
Complete directory of subsidized housing in Cleveland Heights
| Property | Units | Avg rent | Reported wait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Place Apts LIHTC | 201 | — | — |
| Musicians Towers LIHTCPB Section 8 | 192 | $316 | — |
| Severance Towers PB Section 8 | 190 | $320 | — |
| Warrensville Community Apts. LIHTCPB Section 8 | 100 | $336 | — |
| Warrensville Manor PB Section 8 | 100 | $335 | — |
| Margaret Wagner Senior Apartments LIHTC | 80 | — | — |
| Council Gardens PB Section 8 | 67 | $361 | — |
| Council Gardens Ii PB Section 8 | 38 | $358 | — |
| Margaret Wagner Apartm §202 Senior | 35 | $371 | — |
| Margaret Wagner Apartm §202 Senior | 24 | $375 | — |
| Margaret Wagner Apartments Lll §202 Senior | 20 | $421 | — |
| Simcha, Inc. §811 | 11 | $328 | — |
| Wieder Silver Manor §811 | 10 | — | — |
| Noble Residence §811 | 6 | — | — |
Section 8 apartments in Cleveland Heights (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Musicians Towers LIHTCPB Section 8 | 192 | $316 | — |
| Severance Towers PB Section 8 | 190 | $320 | — |
| Warrensville Community Apts. LIHTCPB Section 8 | 100 | $336 | — |
| Warrensville Manor PB Section 8 | 100 | $335 | — |
| Council Gardens PB Section 8 | 67 | $361 | — |
| Council Gardens Ii PB Section 8 | 38 | $358 | — |
LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Cleveland Heights
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Place Apts LIHTC | 201 | — | — |
| Margaret Wagner Senior Apartments LIHTC | 80 | — | — |
Voucher rent limits: Cuyahoga County Fair Market Rents
Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Cuyahoga County: studio $933, 1-BR $1,058, 2-BR $1,279, 3-BR $1,646, 4-BR $1,760.
Full FMR table for Cuyahoga County →
How to apply for subsidized housing in Cleveland Heights
- 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
- Bedford, OH
- Cleveland, OH
- East Cleveland, OH
- Euclid, OH
- Garfield Heights, OH
- Lakewood, OH
- Maple Heights, OH
- Mayfield Heights, OH
- Parma, OH
- Shaker Heights, OH
- Columbus, OH
- Cincinnati, OH
Data: HUD Picture of Subsidized Households & LIHTC database (2024 vintage). Figures are administrative averages — confirm current availability with each property.