Erie County, OH
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $854/mo | $769 – $939/mo |
| 1 BR | $886/mo | $797 – $975/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,106/mo | $995 – $1,217/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,384/mo | $1,246 – $1,522/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,557/mo | $1,401 – $1,713/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Erie County, OH (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Erie County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Erie County
- Erie Metropolitian Housing Authority
322 Warren St, Sandusky, OH, 44870 · 4196250262
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Erie County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $36,750 |
| 2 people | $42,000 |
| 3 people | $47,250 |
| 4 people | $52,500 |
| 5 people | $56,700 |
| 6 people | $60,900 |
| 7 people | $65,100 |
| 8 people | $69,300 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Erie County
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
RIEGER HOTEL
232 JACKSON ST, SANDUSKY, OH, 4487037 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20144% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2044RESERVE ON LAKEVIEW LANDING
512 BERLIN RD, HURON, OH, 4483945 income-restricted units13 1BR, 32 2BRBuilt 20139% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043HARBORVIEW APTS
115 FRANKLIN ST, SANDUSKY, OH, 44870100 income-restricted units99 1BR, 1 2BRBuilt 20089% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038VIEWPOINT APTS
215 E SHORELINE DR, SANDUSKY, OH, 44870117 income-restricted units9 studio, 108 1BRBuilt 20084% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2038
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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