Public Housing | Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
100 West Cedar Street, Akron, OH 44307
Barrier Free Restrooms|Braille and Tone Elevators|Designated Parking|Wheelchair Accessible Building (ramps & main entrance doors).
Serves Summit County residents age 18 and over who meet income eligibility guidelines. Applicants are subject to a criminal background check. Any past balance owed must be paid in full before AMHA can offer housing. The Low Income (Public Housing) Eligibility Guidelines (updated April 1st, 2025): - Family of 1: $56,200. - Family of 2: $64,200. - Family of 3: $72,250. - Family of 4: $80,250. - Family of 5: $86,700. - Family of 6: $93,100. - Family of 7: $99,550. - Family of 8: $105,950.
Completed application.
Monday - Friday: 8:00am to 4:30pm.
voice | Public Housing Programs
voice | Application Status Line
Utilizes language interpretation services.
- Individuals or families can apply for housing online by visiting the Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority (AMHA) website at www.akronhousing.org. Follow instructions for submitting a Preliminary Application. - Once a Preliminary Application has been submitted online, the applicant will be provided with a confirmation number as proof of the date and time of application submission. - When applicants are near the top of the wait list for any of the programs they selected, applicants will be notified by mail to attend an orientation and complete a full application. - Persons with disabilities needing assistance should contact the Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority Reasonable Accommodations Coordinator at 330-762-9631. - Call the Status Line to check an application's status on the waiting list for AMHA.
Approximately 30% of adjusted gross income for rent.
Summit County, Ohio
Offers housing developments that are owned and managed by the local housing authority and rented to income and program eligible individuals and families, including older adults and people with disabilities. Governed by federal regulations which determine the application process, eligibility requirements, and tenant payment and lease obligations.
211 Summit
Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
Provides housing to low and moderate income citizens living in Summit County. Administers public housing programs, the Housing Choice Voucher program, and single family home programs. Note: Part of the Youth Success Summit (formerly OSTN).