How many low income apartments are in Martins Ferry, OH?

HUD administrative data tracks 3 subsidized properties in Martins Ferry with approximately 464 assisted units across project-based Section 8, public housing, LIHTC and §202/§811 programs.

What is the average rent in subsidized housing in Martins Ferry?

Tenant-paid rents in Martins Ferry's assisted buildings typically range from about $262 to $314 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 Martins Ferry?

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 Martins Ferry?

Payment standards track HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for Belmont County: about $816/mo for one-bedroom and $991/mo for two-bedroom units (gross rent incl. utilities). You pay roughly 30% of income toward the remainder.

Low Income & Subsidized Housing in Martins Ferry, OH

There are 3 subsidized and income-restricted properties in Martins Ferry with roughly 464 assisted units — including 1 project-based Section 8 buildings, 2 public housing developments, and 0 LIHTC tax-credit communities, according to HUD administrative data. Reported tenant-paid rents across these buildings range from about $262 to $314 per month. Median reported wait: about 4 months.

assisted properties

464

subsidized units

$288

typical rent

4 mo

median wait

Map of subsidized housing in Martins Ferry

Complete directory of subsidized housing in Martins Ferry

Property	Units	Avg rent	Reported wait
Wayne L. Hayes Tower Public Housing	262	$314	3 mo
St. Myer Terrace Public Housing	122	$262	4 mo
Jaycee Manor Apartments PB Section 8	80	$278	—

Section 8 apartments in Martins Ferry (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
Jaycee Manor Apartments PB Section 8	80	$278	—

Public housing developments in Martins Ferry

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
Wayne L. Hayes Tower Public Housing	262	$314	3 mo
St. Myer Terrace Public Housing	122	$262	4 mo

Voucher rent limits: Belmont County Fair Market Rents

Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in this area derive from HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rents for Belmont County: studio $683, 1-BR $816, 2-BR $991, 3-BR $1,277, 4-BR $1,413.

Full FMR table for Belmont County →

How to apply for subsidized housing in Martins Ferry

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.