About This Property
Delaware Metropolitan Housing Authority operates 441 units of public housing in Delaware County, Ohio. The property currently maintains closed waitlists for both public housing and Section 8 assistance programs. This housing authority provides affordable rental options to eligible residents in the Delaware area.
Waitlist Information
When open, applications could be picked up in-person, requested by mail, or downloaded online, and then mailed to the DMHA. Preferences include veterans; applicants were placed on the waiting list by date and time the application was received, by order of preferences.
Preferences for the HCV waitlist include veterans; applicants were previously placed by date and time the application was received, by order of preferences.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 7, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Delaware 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 | $970 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,065 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,302 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,574 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,745 |
Income Limits - Delaware County, OH
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,650
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,350
- Low (80%)
- $46,950
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $20,150
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,550
- Low (80%)
- $53,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $22,650
- Very Low (50%)
- $37,750
- Low (80%)
- $60,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,900
- Low (80%)
- $67,050
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,300
- Low (80%)
- $72,450
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,650
- Low (80%)
- $77,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $52,000
- Low (80%)
- $83,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,660
- Very Low (50%)
- $55,350
- Low (80%)
- $88,550
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $17,650 | $29,350 | $46,950 |
| 2 Persons | $20,150 | $33,550 | $53,650 |
| 3 Persons | $22,650 | $37,750 | $60,350 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $41,900 | $67,050 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $45,300 | $72,450 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $48,650 | $77,800 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $52,000 | $83,150 |
| 8 Persons | $44,660 | $55,350 | $88,550 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Delaware, OH?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Delaware County, OH is: $970 (Studio), $1065 (1BR), $1302 (2BR), $1574 (3BR), $1745 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Delaware Metropolitan Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Delaware Metropolitan Housing Authority have?+
Delaware Metropolitan Housing Authority has a total of 441 housing units.
Is there a waitlist for Delaware 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.
How do I apply for housing at Delaware Metropolitan Housing Authority?+
Delaware Metropolitan Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7403691881, 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.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Delaware County, OH?+
For a 4-person household in Delaware County, OH, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $41,900, Low Income (80% AMI): $67,050. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
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