How many low income apartments are in Manchester, OH?

HUD administrative data tracks 3 subsidized properties in Manchester with approximately 114 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Manchester?

Tenant-paid rents in Manchester's assisted buildings typically range from about $338 to $338 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 Manchester?

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 Manchester?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Adams County: about $785/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 Manchester, OH

There are 3 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Manchester with roughly 114 assisted units — including 0 project-based Section 8 buildings, 1 public housing developments, and 2 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $338 to $338 per month. Median reported wait: about 11 months.

assisted properties

114

subsidized units

$338

typical rent

11 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Manchester

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Manchester

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Adams Apartments Public Housing	70	$338	11 mo
Fawn Haven Village LIHTC	28	—	—
Island View Apts LIHTC	16	—	—

Public housing developments in Manchester

Rents here are set at about 30% of household income and managed by the local housing authority. About the public housing program →

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Adams Apartments Public Housing	70	$338	11 mo

LIHTC & affordable tax-credit apartments in Manchester

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
Fawn Haven Village LIHTC	28	—	—
Island View Apts LIHTC	16	—	—

Voucher rent limits: Adams County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Adams County: studio $736, 1-BR $785, 2-BR $973, 3-BR $1,220, 4-BR $1,288.

Full FMR table for Adams County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Manchester

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.