Contact Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority
- Phone(440) 992-3156
- Fax(440) 992-7947
- Email[email protected]
- Address3526 Lake Ave
Ashtabula, OH 44004 - CountyAshtabula County
- ProgramsPublic housing and Section 8 vouchers
- HUD codeOH029
Section 8 and public housing at Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority
Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority runs both programs: its own public housing apartments and Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers for private rentals. They usually have separate waiting lists, so ask to be placed on both if you qualify.
HUD rates its public housing management as High Performer, the top tier of the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS).
Income limits for Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority
HUD sets the income limits for Ashtabula County, OH based on the Ashtabula County, OH HUD Metro FMR Area figures. Section 8 eligibility depends on your total household income and household size.
| Household size | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $18,450 | $30,700 | $49,150 |
| 2 people | $21,640 | $35,100 | $56,150 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $39,500 | $63,150 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $43,850 | $70,150 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $47,400 | $75,800 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $50,900 | $81,400 |
Fair Market Rent near Ashtabula
Fair Market Rents are HUD's estimate of what a modest rental costs in the Ashtabula County, OH HUD Metro FMR Area. Housing authorities set their Section 8 payment standard, the most the voucher can cover, usually between 90% and 110% of these figures.
How to apply at Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority
- Check that you qualify. Compare your household income with the limits above. You also need U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status for at least one household member.
- Find out if the waiting list is open. Call (440) 992-3156 or email [email protected]. Many agencies open their lists only a few days a year and announce it in advance.
- Submit the pre-application. Most agencies take it online or on paper during the open period. Fill it in for each program you want (public housing and Section 8).
- Keep your contact details up to date. When your name comes up, the agency writes to you. If it cannot reach you, you lose your place.
- Bring your documents to the interview. IDs, Social Security numbers, birth certificates and proof of income for everyone in the household. Full checklist.
We cannot tell you whether this agency's waiting list is open today: HUD does not publish that data, and lists change often. Only Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority can confirm it.
Housing authorities near Ashtabula
Applying to more than one agency increases your chances: you can be on several waiting lists at once.
Frequently asked questions
What is the phone number of Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority?
(440) 992-3156. Fax: (440) 992-7947. Email: [email protected]. These are the contacts the agency reports to HUD.
Where is Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority located?
3526 Lake Ave, Ashtabula, OH 44004, in Ashtabula County.
Does Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority offer Section 8?
Yes. HUD reports 601 Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) at this agency, 466 of them in use.
What are the income limits for Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority?
In Ashtabula County, OH, the FY2026 Section 8 (very low income) limit is $30,700 for one person and $43,850 for a family of four. Public housing accepts up to $70,150 for a family of four.
Is the Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority waiting list open?
Waiting lists open and close on dates each agency sets, often for a few days only. Call (440) 992-3156 or check the agency's notices to confirm whether it is taking applications now.
Section 8 guides
Sources: HUD Public Housing Authorities dataset (agency record updated October 6, 2026) · HUD USER income limits FY2026 · HUD USER Fair Market Rents FY2027. This page is not affiliated with Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority or HUD.