About This Property
Hillside Apts offers 45 low-income units in Mt. Vernon, OH, featuring a mix of 35 three-bedroom and 10 four-bedroom apartments designed to serve families. The property has been in service since 2007 and is owned and operated by a non-profit organization.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority
The waiting list is open for anyone who wants to live in Knox, Ashland, or Holmes Counties in Ohio, and applications are placed by date, time, and preferences; declining two invitations to apply will purge an application.
The waiting list is currently open for Knox, Ashland, or Holmes Counties. Veterans and individuals with disabilities receive preferences. A typical wait time is 6-8 months, potentially 30-60 days with a preference. All applicants are waiting for funding, not housing.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Knox 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 | $722 |
| 1 Bedroom | $727 |
| 2 Bedroom | $923 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,228 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,229 |
Income Limits - Knox County, OH
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $14,200
- Very Low (50%)
- $23,650
- Low (80%)
- $37,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,000
- Low (80%)
- $43,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $30,400
- Low (80%)
- $48,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,750
- Low (80%)
- $54,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,450
- Low (80%)
- $58,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,150
- Low (80%)
- $62,650
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $41,850
- Low (80%)
- $67,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $44,550
- Very Low (50%)
- $44,550
- Low (80%)
- $71,300
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $14,200 | $23,650 | $37,800 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $27,000 | $43,200 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $30,400 | $48,600 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $33,750 | $54,000 |
| 5 Persons | $31,040 | $36,450 | $58,350 |
| 6 Persons | $35,580 | $39,150 | $62,650 |
| 7 Persons | $40,120 | $41,850 | $67,000 |
| 8 Persons | $44,550 | $44,550 | $71,300 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Mount Vernon, OH?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Knox County, OH is: $722 (Studio), $727 (1BR), $923 (2BR), $1228 (3BR), $1229 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Hillside Apts is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Hillside Apts?+
Hillside Apts offers the following unit types: 35 Three-Bedroom, 10 Four-Bedroom units, for a total of 45 units.
Who is eligible to live at Hillside Apts?+
Hillside Apts primarily serves families. All applicants must also meet income eligibility requirements for the area. Contact the property for specific eligibility criteria.
Who manages Hillside Apts?+
Hillside Apts is managed by . You can reach them at . Visit their website for more information.
Is there a waitlist for Hillside 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 are the income limits for affordable housing in Knox County, OH?+
For a 4-person household in Knox County, OH, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $33,750, Low Income (80% AMI): $54,000. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
How do I apply for housing at Hillside Apts?+
Hillside 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.
What is the price range for apartments in Mount Vernon, OH?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Knox County, the estimated price range is: 3-bedroom: $1228. Actual rent at Hillside Apts may be lower for income-eligible households.
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