Lake 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 | $933/mo | $840 – $1,026/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,058/mo | $952 – $1,164/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,279/mo | $1,151 – $1,407/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,646/mo | $1,481 – $1,811/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,760/mo | $1,584 – $1,936/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Lake County, OH (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Lake County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authority serving Lake County
- Lake Metropolitian Housing Authority
189 1st St, Painesville, OH, 44077 · 4403543347
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Lake 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 Lake 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.
WILLOUGHBEACH TERRACE
30707 LAKE SHORE BOULEVARD, WILLOWICK, OH, 4409550 income-restricted units26 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 20164% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2046MARY ROSE ESTATES
35253 MAPLEGROVE RD, WILLOUGHBY HILLS, OH, 4409440 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043SENECA GROVE APARTMENTS
707 ARGONNE DRIVE, PAINESVILLE, OH, 44077132 income-restricted units108 2BR, 24 3BRBuilt 20124% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2042OAK HILL VILLAGE
38464 OAK HILL LN, WILLOUGHBY, OH, 44094181 income-restricted units of 182 total45 1BR, 115 2BR, 22 3BRBuilt 20029% LIHTCCompliance through ~2032WESLEY VILLAGE II
180 WOOD ST, PAINESVILLE, OH, 4407762 income-restricted units62 2BRBuilt 19994% LIHTCCompliance through ~2029BRENTWOOD APTS II
249 BRENTWOOD DR, PAINESVILLE, OH, 44077152 income-restricted units90 2BR, 62 3BRBuilt 19984% LIHTCCompliance through ~2028WESLEY VILLAGE
173 W HIGH ST, PAINESVILLE, OH, 4407742 income-restricted units18 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 19964% + 9% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026BRENTWOOD APAPRMENTS PHASE I
1000 BRENTWOOD DRIVE, PAINESVILLE, OH, 44077104 income-restricted unitsBuilt 1995Compliance through ~2025
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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