About This Property
Lincoln Terrace Apts comprises 89 low-income rental units in Cincinnati, Ohio, with 24 one-bedroom and 65 two-bedroom floor plans. The property was placed in service in 1997 and operates under 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit financing. A non-profit organization owns and manages the community.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority
Preliminary applications can be submitted at any time online or in-person; local preferences, such as involuntary displacement, are equally weighted for waitlist selection, and site-based waitlists open and close as needed. Eligibility reviews consider rental and criminal history from the past three years. Applicants must have a verifiable income with a minimum $50 monthly rent.
Preliminary applications are accepted year-round via an online portal and are active for 18 months with ongoing lottery-style selections; families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement. Applicants must repay outstanding CMHA debts within 60 days and not have been evicted from federally assisted housing in the last 36 months.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated June 7, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Hamilton 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 | $810 |
| 1 Bedroom | $919 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,195 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,588 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,766 |
Income Limits - Hamilton County, OH
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,900
- Low (80%)
- $47,850
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $20,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $34,200
- Low (80%)
- $54,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $23,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $38,450
- Low (80%)
- $61,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,700
- Low (80%)
- $68,300
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $46,150
- Low (80%)
- $73,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $49,550
- Low (80%)
- $79,250
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,950
- Low (80%)
- $84,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $56,400
- Low (80%)
- $90,200
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $17,950 | $29,900 | $47,850 |
| 2 Persons | $20,500 | $34,200 | $54,650 |
| 3 Persons | $23,050 | $38,450 | $61,500 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $42,700 | $68,300 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $46,150 | $73,800 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $49,550 | $79,250 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $52,950 | $84,700 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $56,400 | $90,200 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Cincinnati, OH?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Hamilton County, OH is: $810 (Studio), $919 (1BR), $1195 (2BR), $1588 (3BR), $1766 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Lincoln Terrace Apts is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Lincoln Terrace Apts?+
Lincoln Terrace Apts offers the following unit types: 24 One-Bedroom, 65 Two-Bedroom units, for a total of 89 units.
What is the price range for apartments in Cincinnati, OH?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Hamilton County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $919, 2-bedroom: $1195. Actual rent at Lincoln Terrace Apts may be lower for income-eligible households.
Is there a waitlist for Lincoln Terrace Apts?+
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.
How do I apply for housing at Lincoln Terrace Apts?+
Lincoln Terrace Apts is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
Who manages Lincoln Terrace Apts?+
Lincoln Terrace Apts is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Hamilton County, OH?+
For a 4-person household in Hamilton County, OH, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $42,700, Low Income (80% AMI): $68,300. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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