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Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority
Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority is based in Ashtabula, Ashtabula County, OH and administers 558 Section 8 vouchers and 585 public housing units.
HUD PHA code OH029. Program type: Combined. Households served: 933. Occupancy: 83%. ZIP codes served: 20.
Payment standards
The maximum subsidy this authority uses for Housing Choice Vouchers.
| Bedrooms | Payment standard |
|---|---|
| Studio | $787 |
| 1 bedroom | $924 |
| 2 bedroom | $1,141 |
| 3 bedroom | $1,383 |
| 4 bedroom | $1,572 |
| 5 bedroom | $1,807 |
Source: authority's payment standard schedule. Checked against HUD Fair Market Rent for these ZIP codes.
Utility allowances
Monthly allowances for tenant-paid utilities (Single Family), effective 2026-04-01. Rent plus these must fit under the payment standard.
| Utility | Studio | 1 bedroom | 2 bedroom | 3 bedroom | 4 bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating (Natural Gas) | $12 | $15 | $19 | $23 | $27 |
| Heating (Bottled Gas) | $54 | $68 | $83 | $104 | $121 |
| Heating (Electric) | $86 | $109 | $130 | $162 | $189 |
| Heating (Electric - Heat Pump) | $73 | $93 | $111 | $138 | $161 |
| Heating (Fuel Oil) | $50 | $63 | $77 | $96 | $111 |
| Cooking (Natural Gas) | $2 | $2 | $2 | $3 | $3 |
| Cooking (Bottled Gas) | $7 | $7 | $9 | $10 | $10 |
| Cooking (Electric) | $10 | $12 | $14 | $15 | $16 |
| Cooking (Fuel Oil) | $6 | $7 | $9 | $9 | $10 |
| Other Electric | $44 | $57 | $74 | $97 | $126 |
| Air Conditioning | $27 | $33 | $41 | $49 | $61 |
| Water Heating (Natural Gas) | $6 | $8 | $9 | $12 | $13 |
| Water Heating (Bottled Gas) | $19 | $23 | $27 | $36 | $40 |
| Water Heating (Electric) | $19 | $26 | $31 | $42 | $54 |
| Water Heating (Electric - Heat Pump) | $14 | $19 | $23 | $32 | $40 |
| Water Heating (Fuel Oil) | $26 | $29 | $35 | $47 | $52 |
Waiting lists
| Program | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) | Opening soon | Authority's page |
As published on the authority's website when we last checked it. Confirm with the authority before applying.
Latest from Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority
- Housing Choice Voucher Program (formerly known as Section 8) waiting list will reopen effective Monday, February 2, 2026 at 12:01 a.m. Applications can be made online or at our office.The Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) waiting list will reopen on February 2, 2026. Applications can be submitted online or in person at the office.
Fair Market Rent by ZIP code (FY2027)
HUD Fair Market Rent for each ZIP code this authority serves. Each ZIP code links to its own rent page.
| ZIP code | Studio | 1 bedroom | 2 bedroom | 3 bedroom | 4 bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44003 | $750 | $860 | $1,070 | $1,310 | $1,500 |
| 44004 | $700 | $810 | $1,000 | $1,230 | $1,400 |
| 44010 | $750 | $870 | $1,070 | $1,310 | $1,500 |
| 44030 | $700 | $810 | $1,000 | $1,230 | $1,400 |
| 44032 | $780 | $910 | $1,130 | $1,380 | $1,580 |
| 44041 | $700 | $810 | $1,000 | $1,230 | $1,400 |
| 44047 | $810 | $940 | $1,170 | $1,430 | $1,640 |
| 44048 | $700 | $810 | $1,000 | $1,230 | $1,400 |
| 44057 | $950 | $1,080 | $1,310 | $1,670 | $1,810 |
| 44062 | $740 | $830 | $1,010 | $1,290 | $1,390 |
| 44064 | $940 | $1,060 | $1,290 | $1,650 | $1,780 |
| 44068 | $700 | $810 | $1,000 | $1,230 | $1,400 |
| 44076 | $710 | $810 | $1,000 | $1,240 | $1,400 |
| 44082 | $750 | $850 | $1,040 | $1,320 | $1,490 |
| 44084 | $810 | $940 | $1,160 | $1,420 | $1,620 |
| 44085 | $800 | $930 | $1,150 | $1,390 | $1,580 |
| 44086 | $910 | $1,040 | $1,260 | $1,610 | $1,740 |
| 44093 | $700 | $810 | $1,000 | $1,230 | $1,400 |
| 44099 | $740 | $840 | $1,030 | $1,300 | $1,430 |
| 44428 | $750 | $800 | $1,000 | $1,290 | $1,380 |
Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY2027.
Contact
Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority
3526 Lake Ave, Ashtabula, OH 44004
Phone: (440) 992-3156
Official website: ashtabulamha.com
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About Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority
Overview
The Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority operates 585 public housing units and administers 558 Section 8 vouchers, serving a total of 933 households. With an occupancy rate of 83%, the authority offers a combined program, providing both housing units and rental assistance to meet the diverse needs of the community.
Scale and standing
The Ashtabula Metropolitian Housing Authority ranks 41st in the state of Ohio by the number of Section 8 vouchers it administers, out of 74 authorities. This places it in the middle tier of voucher providers in the state, reflecting its significant role in supporting local families with housing assistance.
Rent standards in the area it covers
The two-bedroom Fair Market Rent (FMR) in Ashtabula County ranges from $970 to $1,350, with an average of $1,094. This is slightly below the state average of $1,169. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom unit is found in ZIP code 44064 at $1,350, while the lowest is in ZIP code 44428 at $970.
Cities served
Section 8 Fair Market Rent by city in this authority's jurisdiction.
Source: US HUD Public Housing Authority data; Fair Market Rent FY2027. This is an independent reference page, not the authority's own site.