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Cecil County Housing Agency

200 Chesapeake Blvd Ste 1800, Elkton, MD, 21921

Information verified April 17, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 18 hr ago

About This Property

Cecil County Housing Agency operates 673 units of public housing in Elkton, MD. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The housing authority provides affordable rental options to eligible residents in Cecil County.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

No current information found for Public Housing administered by Cecil County Housing Agency.

Last verified February 17, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Open

Opened October 19, 2022

Apply: Multiple

Preference is given to Cecil County residents first, then Maryland residents, then all others. Selection is based on the date and time of the preliminary application. Current wait time is approximately 3 years for Cecil County residents.

Last verified April 12, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated April 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

673

Fair Market Rent - Cecil County, MD

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$1,303
1 Bedroom	$1,451
2 Bedroom	$1,737
3 Bedroom	$2,100
4 Bedroom	$2,422

Income Limits - Cecil County, MD

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $19,850
Very Low (50%): $33,100
Low (80%): $52,950

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $22,700
Very Low (50%): $37,800
Low (80%): $60,500

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $25,550
Very Low (50%): $42,550
Low (80%): $68,050

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $28,350
Very Low (50%): $47,250
Low (80%): $75,600

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $51,050
Low (80%): $81,650

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $54,850
Low (80%): $87,700

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $58,600
Low (80%): $93,750

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $62,400
Low (80%): $99,800

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$19,850	$33,100	$52,950
2 Persons	$22,700	$37,800	$60,500
3 Persons	$25,550	$42,550	$68,050
4 Persons	$28,350	$47,250	$75,600
5 Persons	$31,040	$51,050	$81,650
6 Persons	$35,580	$54,850	$87,700
7 Persons	$40,120	$58,600	$93,750
8 Persons	$44,660	$62,400	$99,800

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Elkton, MD?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Cecil County, MD is: $1303 (Studio), $1451 (1BR), $1737 (2BR), $2100 (3BR), $2422 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Cecil County Housing Agency is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Cecil County Housing Agency have?+

Cecil County Housing Agency has a total of 673 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Cecil County Housing Agency?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Open. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

How do I apply for housing at Cecil County Housing Agency?+

Cecil County Housing Agency is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 4109965245, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Cecil County, MD?+

For a 4-person household in Cecil County, MD, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $28,350, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $47,250, Low Income (80% AMI): $75,600. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

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