Ohio 2026 Rental Needs Assessment: Affordable Housing Loss
Key Questions
What does the Ohio 2026 Rental Needs Assessment indicate about affordable housing?
The assessment reveals a statewide net loss of affordable units and a 200,000-unit shortage. Rents are outpacing incomes, exacerbating the crisis for low-income renters.
How much have two-bedroom rents in Ohio increased since 2019?
Adjusted for inflation, the median rental price for a two-bedroom apartment in Ohio increased by 22% from $963 per month in December 2019. This rise contributes to broader affordability challenges.
Is there an affordable rental crisis in Sandusky for Section 8 voucher holders?
Sandusky listings confirm a crisis, with no Section 8 rentals available under $850. This highlights ongoing risks for voucher holders amid rising rents.
What resources help find affordable housing in Ohio?
The Ohio Housing Locator assists individuals and families in searching for affordable and accessible rental housing. Additional options include low-income and subsidized private rentals like Perry's Glen Apartments in Port Clinton.
Where can I find low-income apartments in areas like Ottawa County or Sandusky?
Ottawa County offers low-income housing apartments for seniors, Section 8, and sliding scale rents. Sandusky has listings like Crossings At Remington, and Sandusky County has 32 rentals, including in Fremont starting at $1,150/month for studios.
Statewide net loss of affordable units, 200k shortage, rents outpacing incomes; two-bedroom rents up 22% since 2019. Sandusky listings confirm crisis for voucher holders with no Section 8 under $850. Recent national echoes of HUD threats and rent doubling reinforce ongoing risks.