About This Property
Walnut Hills Apts comprises 199 units in Cincinnati, Ohio, with 198 units designated as low-income housing. The property, which entered service in 2008, offers a unit mix of 198 one-bedroom and one two-bedroom apartment. The community is managed by professional property management.
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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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 Walnut Hills Apts is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Walnut Hills Apts?+
Walnut Hills Apts offers the following unit types: 198 One-Bedroom, 1 Two-Bedroom units, for a total of 199 units.
Is there a waitlist for Walnut Hills 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.
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 Walnut Hills Apts may be lower for income-eligible households.
How do I apply for housing at Walnut Hills Apts?+
Walnut Hills 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 Walnut Hills Apts?+
Walnut Hills 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.
Contact Information
Walk Score
Somewhat Walkable
Nearby Schools
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