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Housing Authorities | 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).
Eligibility
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 Very Low Income (HCVP - Section 8) Eligibility Guidelines (updated April 1, 2025):
  • Family of 1 = $35,150.
  • Family of 2 = $40,150.
  • Family of 3 = $45,150.
  • Family of 4 = $50,150.
  • Family of 5 = $54,200.
  • Family of 6 = $58,200.
  • Family of 7 = $62,200.
  • Family of 8 = $66,200.
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.
Required documents
Completed application.
Hours
Same as site hours.
(330) 252-9284
Voice·

voice | Application Status Line

Languages
None.
Application process
  • 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.
Fees
Approximately 30% of adjusted gross income for rent.
Service area
Summit County, Ohio
Provides information about eligibility for and vacancies in the subsidized housing properties that are under their jurisdiction. Accepts applications for and provides Housing Choice Vouchers (HCVP). Makes approved Housing Choice Voucher rental payments and administers public housing communities.
Last assured
07/17/2025
Providing organization
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).