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Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority

Name: Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority
Address: 189 1st St, Painesville, OH, 44077, US
Telephone: 4403543347

189 1st St, Painesville, OH, 44077

Information verified August 22, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 5 hr ago

About This Property

Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority operates 1,541 public housing units in Painesville, OH. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority serves Lake County residents seeking affordable rental housing options.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

Apply: In-person or Mail

The waiting list was last open from September 15, 2025, to October 15, 2025, for properties including Jackson Towers, Washington Square, and Woodlawn Homes in Painesville, Ohio. Applicants were required to be at least 18 years old, and duplicate applications were not accepted.

Last verified February 17, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

The Housing Choice Voucher waiting list last accepted applications from November 14, 2023, until November 20, 2023. Only one application per household is allowed, and duplicate applications are not accepted.

Last verified February 8, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated August 22, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

1541

Fair Market Rent - Lake 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	$811
1 Bedroom	$913
2 Bedroom	$1,108
3 Bedroom	$1,434
4 Bedroom	$1,527

Income Limits - Lake County, OH

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

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $16,550
Very Low (50%): $27,550
Low (80%): $44,050

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $18,900
Very Low (50%): $31,450
Low (80%): $50,350

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $35,400
Low (80%): $56,650

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $39,300
Low (80%): $62,900

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $42,450
Low (80%): $67,950

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $45,600
Low (80%): $73,000

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $48,750
Low (80%): $78,000

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $51,900
Low (80%): $83,050

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$16,550	$27,550	$44,050
2 Persons	$18,900	$31,450	$50,350
3 Persons	$21,960	$35,400	$56,650
4 Persons	$26,500	$39,300	$62,900
5 Persons	$31,040	$42,450	$67,950
6 Persons	$35,580	$45,600	$73,000
7 Persons	$40,120	$48,750	$78,000
8 Persons	$44,660	$51,900	$83,050

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Painesville, OH?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Lake County, OH is: $811 (Studio), $913 (1BR), $1108 (2BR), $1434 (3BR), $1527 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority have?+

Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority has a total of 1541 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. 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 Lake County, OH?+

For a 4-person household in Lake County, OH, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $39,300, Low Income (80% AMI): $62,900. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority?+

Lake Metropolitan Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 4403543347, 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.

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