About This Property
Belmont Metropolitan Housing Authority operates 989 units of public housing in Martins Ferry, OH. The housing authority currently maintains closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 assistance programs. Interested applicants can contact the authority directly for information about future availability and application procedures.
Waitlist Information
BMHA accepts public housing pre-applications at the program level; declining two invitations will purge the application from the waitlist. Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement.
Eligibility is based on income, family size, and citizenship status. Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Belmont County, OH
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $607 |
| 1 Bedroom | $714 |
| 2 Bedroom | $895 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,163 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,329 |
Income Limits - Belmont County, OH
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $13,800
- Very Low (50%)
- $22,950
- Low (80%)
- $36,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $26,200
- Low (80%)
- $41,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,500
- Low (80%)
- $47,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $32,750
- Low (80%)
- $52,400
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,400
- Low (80%)
- $56,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,000
- Low (80%)
- $60,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $40,650
- Low (80%)
- $65,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $43,250
- Very Low (50%)
- $43,250
- Low (80%)
- $69,200
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $13,800 | $22,950 | $36,700 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $26,200 | $41,950 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $29,500 | $47,200 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $32,750 | $52,400 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $35,400 | $56,600 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $38,000 | $60,800 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $40,650 | $65,000 |
| 8 Persons | $43,250 | $43,250 | $69,200 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Martins Ferry, OH?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Belmont County, OH is: $607 (Studio), $714 (1BR), $895 (2BR), $1163 (3BR), $1329 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Belmont Metropolitan Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Belmont Metropolitan Housing Authority have?+
Belmont Metropolitan Housing Authority has a total of 989 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Belmont Metropolitan Housing Authority?+
Belmont Metropolitan Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7406335085, 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.
Is there a waitlist for Belmont Metropolitan Housing Authority?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Belmont County, OH?+
For a 4-person household in Belmont County, OH, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $32,750, Low Income (80% AMI): $52,400. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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