How many low income apartments are in Johnstown, OH?

HUD administrative data tracks 8 subsidized properties in Johnstown with approximately 273 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Johnstown?

Tenant-paid rents in Johnstown's assisted buildings typically range from about $204 to $446 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 Johnstown?

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 Johnstown?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Licking County: about $1,194/mo for one-bedroom and $1,430/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Johnstown, OH

There are 8 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Johnstown with roughly 273 assisted units — including 5 project-based Section 8 buildings, 0 public housing developments, and 6 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $204 to $446 per month.

assisted properties

273

subsidized units

$325

typical rent

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median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Johnstown

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Johnstown

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Denise Apts LIHTC	40	—	—
Luke's Crossing LIHTC	40	—	—
Chimes Terrace LIHTC	36	—	—
Chimes Terrace Tc PB Section 8	36	$446	—
Ridgeview Manor I LIHTCPB Section 8	35	—	—
Ridgeview Manor Iii LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Ridgeview Manor Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—
Chimes Terrace, Ncr of Johnstown, O PB Section 8	24	$204	—

Section 8 apartments in Johnstown (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
Chimes Terrace Tc PB Section 8	36	$446	—
Ridgeview Manor I LIHTCPB Section 8	35	—	—
Ridgeview Manor Iii LIHTCPB Section 8	32	—	—
Ridgeview Manor Ii LIHTCPB Section 8	30	—	—
Chimes Terrace, Ncr of Johnstown, O PB Section 8	24	$204	—

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Johnstown

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
Denise Apts LIHTC	40	—	—
Luke's Crossing LIHTC	40	—	—
Chimes Terrace LIHTC	36	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Licking County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Licking County: studio $1,111, 1-BR $1,194, 2-BR $1,430, 3-BR $1,715, 4-BR $1,927.

Full FMR table for Licking County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Johnstown

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.