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Lorain, Ohio Affordable Housing

As of May 18, 2025, Lorain, Ohio has 24 Affordable Housing complexes. There are 659 section 8 apartments, 416 public housing buildings and 593 approved low-income housing units. There is 1 Housing Authority that serves the area and their contact information can be found below.

Lakeview Plaza?a=1747540575

Lakeview Plaza

Public Housing

The Project Has 38 Total Buildings. The Units Consists Of Both Public Housing And Section 8 Apartment Units.

$243 - $458*/month View Detail
Leavitt Homes?a=1747540575

Leavitt Homes

Public Housing

The Project Has 220 Total Buildings. The Units Consists Of Both Public Housing And Section 8 Apartment Units.

$243 - $458*/month View Detail
Oberlin Homes?a=1747540575

Oberlin Homes

Public Housing

The Project Has 158 Total Buildings. The Units Consists Of Both Public Housing And Section 8 Apartment Units.

$243 - $458*/month View Detail
Jenna Terrace Apartments?a=1747540575

Jenna Terrace Apartments

Low Income Housing

Jenna Terrace Apartments Has 64 Units Available

$243 - $458*/month View Detail
Lorain Green I?a=1747540575

Lorain Green I

Low Income Housing

Lorain Green I Has 48 Units Available

$243 - $458*/month View Detail
Lorain Homes?a=1747540575

Lorain Homes

Low Income Housing

Lorain Homes Has 8 Units Available

$243 - $458*/month View Detail
Marshall Plaza Apartments?a=1747540575

Marshall Plaza Apartments

Low Income Housing

Marshall Plaza Apartments Has 89 Units Available

$243 - $458*/month View Detail
Nativity Housing?a=1747540575

Nativity Housing

Low Income Housing

Nativity Housing Has 18 Units Available

$243 - $458*/month View Detail
Nativity Manor?a=1747540575

Nativity Manor

Low Income Housing

Nativity Manor Has 38 Units Available

$243 - $458*/month View Detail
Pearl Village Apartments?a=1747540575

Pearl Village Apartments

Low Income Housing

Pearl Village Apartments Has 80 Units Available

$243 - $458*/month View Detail

HOUSING AUTHORITIES SERVING LORAIN

Lorain Metropolitan Housing Authority

Lorain Metropolitan Housing Authority

Housing Authority

There Are Currently 4574 Units Available Under Management by the Lorain Metropolitan Housing Authority. These Low-income Housing Units Consist of Section 8, Public Housing, and Low-income Housing Tax Credit Properties. the Lorain Metropolitan Housing Authority Serves the Lorain, Metropolitan Area.

There Are Currently 4574 Units Available Under Management by the Lorain Metropolitan Housi...

Fair Market Rent

The Lorain Metropolitan Housing Authority will pay about 70% of a tenants rent with the tenant being responsible for the other 30%.

Lorain County, OH Fair Market Rent:
Studio
$811
1 Bedroom
$913
2 Bedrooms
$1,108
3 Bedrooms
$1,434
4 Bedrooms
$1,527

Income Limit

Income Limits are maximum income limits allowed based on household size. The following limits were established by HUD for low income households to be eligible for housing assistance in Lorain County for 2025.

Lorain County, OH Income Limit:
1 Person
$51,150
2 Persons
$58,450
3 Persons
$65,750
4 Persons
$73,050
5 Persons
$78,900

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best apartments in Lorain, OH?

The best apartments in Lorain, OH are Lorain Green I , Leavitt Homes , Lakeview Plaza , Nativity Manor and Pearl Village Apartments

What is the average property rent in Lorain, OH?

The average property rent in Lorain, OH is $1,169.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Lorain, OH?

The price range for a studio apartment in Lorain, OH is between $649 and $973. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

What is the price range for a 1 bedroom apartment in Lorain, OH?

The price range for 1 bedroom apartment in Lorain, OH is between $730 and $1,096. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

What is the price range for a 2 bedroom apartment in Lorain, OH?

The price range for 2 bedroom apartment in Lorain, OH is between $886 and $1,330. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

What is the price range for a 3 bedroom apartment in Lorain, OH?

The price range for 3 bedroom apartment in Lorain, OH is between $1,147 and $1,721. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

What is the price range for a 4 bedroom apartment in Lorain, OH?

The price range for 4 bedroom apartment in Lorain, OH is between $1,222 and $1,832. You can view more listings by clicking on the Load More button.

When were the prices last updated for the properties in Lorain, OH?

The prices were last updated on 17 May, 2025 for the properties in Lorain, OH

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