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Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority
Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority is based in Fremont, Sandusky County, OH and administers 387 Section 8 vouchers and 48 public housing units.
HUD PHA code OH054. Program type: Combined. Households served: 258. Occupancy: 59%. ZIP codes served: 17.
Utility allowances
Monthly allowances for tenant-paid utilities (High-Rise/Apartment), 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) | $24 | $27 | $32 | $37 | $42 |
| Heating (Bottle Gas) | $75 | $89 | $103 | $120 | $134 |
| Heating (Electric (Toledo)) | $24 | $29 | $39 | $49 | $59 |
| Heating (Electric Heat Pump (Toledo)) | $22 | $25 | $30 | $34 | $37 |
| Cooking (Natural Gas) | $3 | $3 | $5 | $6 | $8 |
| Cooking (Bottle Gas) | $8 | $8 | $14 | $20 | $25 |
| Cooking (Electric (Toledo)) | $6 | $7 | $10 | $13 | $16 |
| Other Electric ((Toledo)) | $22 | $26 | $36 | $46 | $57 |
| Air Conditioning ((Toledo)) | $5 | $6 | $8 | $10 | $13 |
| Water Heating (Natural Gas) | $7 | $8 | $11 | $14 | $18 |
| Water Heating (Bottle Gas) | $22 | $25 | $36 | $45 | $59 |
| Water Heating (Electric (Toledo)) | $15 | $18 | $23 | $28 | $33 |
| Water ((Marblehead)) | $62 | $64 | $83 | $102 | $121 |
| Sewer ((Ottawa County)) | $30 | $30 | $30 | $30 | $30 |
| Trash Collection ((Republic Services)) | $43 | $43 | $43 | $43 | $43 |
| Other specify: Electric Charge $6.226 (Toledo) | $6 | $6 | $6 | $6 | $6 |
Waiting lists
| Program | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) | Closed | Authority's page |
| Public housing | Closed | Authority's page |
As published on the authority's website when we last checked it. Confirm with the authority before applying.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43406 | $720 | $770 | $1,000 | $1,280 | $1,360 |
| 43407 | $730 | $880 | $1,050 | $1,290 | $1,390 |
| 43410 | $700 | $840 | $1,000 | $1,230 | $1,320 |
| 43416 | $790 | $840 | $1,100 | $1,310 | $1,730 |
| 43420 | $730 | $860 | $1,030 | $1,270 | $1,530 |
| 43430 | $820 | $870 | $1,140 | $1,370 | $1,790 |
| 43431 | $700 | $840 | $1,000 | $1,250 | $1,320 |
| 43435 | $710 | $850 | $1,020 | $1,250 | $1,350 |
| 43442 | $730 | $840 | $1,000 | $1,230 | $1,530 |
| 43449 | $810 | $860 | $1,130 | $1,350 | $1,800 |
| 43457 | $750 | $830 | $1,050 | $1,330 | $1,420 |
| 43464 | $770 | $830 | $1,000 | $1,250 | $1,410 |
| 43469 | $730 | $830 | $1,000 | $1,250 | $1,530 |
| 44811 | $770 | $810 | $1,000 | $1,250 | $1,410 |
| 44824 | $940 | $990 | $1,240 | $1,550 | $1,730 |
| 44836 | $800 | $850 | $1,080 | $1,310 | $1,430 |
| 44841 | $750 | $810 | $1,020 | $1,260 | $1,370 |
Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, FY2027.
Contact
Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority
1358 Mosser Dr, Fremont, OH 43420
Phone: (419) 334-4426
Official website: sanduskymha.org
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About Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority
Overview
The Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority operates 48 public housing units and administers 387 Section 8 vouchers, serving a total of 258 households. With an occupancy rate of 59%, the authority offers a combined program, integrating both public housing and voucher assistance to support local residents in Sandusky County, Ohio.
Scale and standing
The Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority ranks 46th 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 Ohio's housing authorities, reflecting its significant role in providing rental assistance to the community. While it is not the largest, it remains a vital resource for many families in need of affordable housing.
Rent standards in the area it covers
The Fair Market Rent for a two-bedroom unit in the area ranges from $970 to $1,100, with an average of $1,004. This is below the state average of $1,169. The highest FMR for a two-bedroom is $1,100 in ZIP code 44836, while the lowest is $970 in ZIP code 43442.
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.