About This Property
Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority operates 747 units of public housing in Mount Vernon, OH. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The housing authority serves Knox County residents seeking affordable rental options.
Waitlist Information
The waiting list is open for Knox, Ashland, or Holmes Counties; applications are placed by date, time, and preferences, and declining two invitations will purge an application. Families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals may receive priority placement.
Preferences are given to honorably discharged veterans, their widows, or those with children with an honorably discharged veteran; applications are purged if two invitations are declined, and the waiting list is purged at least once a year.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated July 7, 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 Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority have?+
Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority has a total of 747 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority?+
Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7403978787, 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 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.
Is there a waitlist for Knox Metropolitan Housing Authority?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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.
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