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About Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority
Sandusky Metropolitan Housing Authority (PHA Code: OH054) is located in Fremont, Sandusky County, Ohio. This housing authority manages approximately 435 assisted housing units within its service area. These units consist of 387 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and 48 Public Housing units.
The housing authority operates several programs, including Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Mainstream, and Public Housing. All waiting lists for these programs are currently closed. Both the Mainstream and HCV waiting lists recently changed from an open to a closed status.
Applicants must meet income eligibility guidelines. For a family of four in Sandusky County, the Very Low Income limit is $43,750 per year.
Other Programs
3 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The Housing Choice Voucher program waitlist is currently closed. Preferences may include veteran, homeless, and handicapped/disabled; eligibility can include annual gross income, elderly or disability status, and U.S. Citizenship or eligible immigration status.
The Mainstream Voucher waitlist is currently closed; it was open for applications from March 9, 2026, to March 19, 2026. Eligibility required a family member aged 18-61 with a disability, and the family to be homeless, at risk of homelessness/institutionalization, or previously homeless in permanent supportive housing/rapid rehousing.
The Public Housing program waitlist is currently closed. Preferences may include veteran, homeless, and handicapped/disabled; eligibility can include annual gross income, elderly or disability status, and U.S. Citizenship or eligible immigration status.
Status History
Deadline: Mar 19, 2026
Official Application
Contact Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority directly at (419) 334-4426 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 3 waiting lists at Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority are currently closed. Lists typically open with short notice — sometimes as little as 48 hours. The status at the top of this page is updated nightly.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $43,750/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Contact Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority directly at (419) 334-4426 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority manages approximately 435 assisted housing units (387 Section 8, 48 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Fremont. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Fremont. This program serves approximately 387 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority manages approximately 48 Public Housing units in Fremont. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Sandusky County, OH. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $43,750. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $18,400 | $30,650 | $49,000 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $35,000 | $56,000 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $39,400 | $63,000 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $43,750 | $70,000 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $47,250 | $75,600 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $50,750 | $81,200 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $54,250 | $86,800 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $57,750 | $92,400 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Sandusky Metropolitian Housing Authority — including across state lines.