2 Bedroom Section 8 and HUD-Assisted Rentals in or near Springboro, Ohio

Are you searching for a 2 bedroom Section 8 or HUD-assisted rental in Springboro, Ohio? This page lists properties first, then explains how renting a 2 bedroom section 8 house in Springboro, Ohio works.

Our listing data shows about 1577 assisted 2-bedroom units at 36 properties in or near Springboro, Ohio. That counts units at each property, not current openings, so ask each property what is available.

Also see 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom listings, or all Section 8 and HUD-assisted listings for Springboro, Ohio.

2 Bedroom Section 8 and HUD-Assisted Rentals List

We list 36 Section 8 or HUD-assisted properties in or near Springboro, Ohio for this bedroom size. A listing isn't a current vacancy or a house for rent, and our data doesn't show whether a property accepts vouchers. Ask each property whether it has openings, how to apply, and whether it accepts vouchers. Your share of the rent usually depends on your income. We have partnered so you can also check your eligibility.

Anthony Arms

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 29

Address :

1903 E Third Street,
Dayton, OH 45403.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 28
  • 2 Bedroom: 1
  • 3 Bedroom: 0
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • Dayton Family Housing, LP
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: crieckhoff@AMQA.org
  • Phone: 775 400-4452

Biltmore Towers, The

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 230

Address :

210 N Main ST,
Dayton, OH 45402.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 217
  • 2 Bedroom: 13
  • 3 Bedroom: 0
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • Biltmore Preservation LP
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: David.Pearson@Related.com
  • Phone: 9.37278E+12

Cedar Terrace

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 30

Address :

6 SOUTH CHERRY STREET,
Lebanon, OH 45036.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 26
  • 2 Bedroom: 4
  • 3 Bedroom: 0
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • CEDAR Terrace
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: cedarterrace@freedomreferralgroup.com
  • Phone: 5135760026

Chevy Chase Park

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 232

Address :

41 Loganwood DR,
Dayton, OH 45458.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 0
  • 2 Bedroom: 162
  • 3 Bedroom: 70
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • heartland centerville llc
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: sperkins@hrii.com
  • Phone: (612) 823-6275

Boltin Apartments

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 16

Address :

162 Boltin ST,
Dayton, OH 45403.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 4
  • 2 Bedroom: 12
  • 3 Bedroom: 0
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • Dayton Family Housing, LP
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: crieckhoff@AMQA.org
  • Phone: 775 400-4452

Cambridge House Apartments

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 45

Address :

149 Cambridge Ave,
Dayton, OH 45406.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 18
  • 1 Bedroom: 2
  • 2 Bedroom: 25
  • 3 Bedroom: 0
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • DCG Cambridge House LP
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: brian.coate@dublincapitalgroup.com
  • Phone: 6143616670

Albright Apartments

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 112

Address :

4900 BIDDISON AVE,
Dayton, OH 45426.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 10
  • 2 Bedroom: 54
  • 3 Bedroom: 28
  • 4 Bedroom: 10

Owner Name :

  • Cardinal One Portfolio LLC
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: greg@ghchousing.com
  • Phone: (216) 472-1870 ext. 115

Bancroft Apartments

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 93

Address :

1638 Bancroft St,
Dayton, OH 45417.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 1
  • 2 Bedroom: 90
  • 3 Bedroom: 2
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • Green Bancroft LLC
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: Troy.Green@GreenNational.com
  • Phone: 3155290281

Canterbury Court

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Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 148

Address :

450 N Elm ST,
Dayton, OH 45449.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 140
  • 2 Bedroom: 8
  • 3 Bedroom: 0
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • Canterbury Court Limited Partnership
  • Limited Dividend

Owner Contact:

  • Email: jwilson@erslife.org
  • Phone: 513-979-2304

Cypress Commons

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 44

Address :

2450 Saybrooke Drive,
Middletown, OH 45044.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 4
  • 2 Bedroom: 26
  • 3 Bedroom: 10
  • 4 Bedroom: 4

Owner Name :

  • Cypress Commons Apartments LLC
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: rbishop@wallick.com
  • Phone: 614.552.5943

Woodsview Place

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 35

Address :

5764 A FISHER DRIVE,
Dayton, OH 45424.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 2
  • 2 Bedroom: 20
  • 3 Bedroom: 11
  • 4 Bedroom: 2

Owner Name :

  • Glenburn Village Cooperative
  • Non-Profit

Owner Contact:

  • Email: mandkinc@rrohio.com
  • Phone: (937) 236-2602

Georgetown Village

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 100

Address :

2 KOSMO DR,
Dayton, OH 45402.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 80
  • 2 Bedroom: 14
  • 3 Bedroom: 6
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • GEORGETOWN VILLAGE, LTD.
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: rpalmer@kontogiannis.com
  • Phone: 614-222-4422

Covenant Manor

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 50

Address :

4951 Covenant House Dr.,
Dayton, OH 45426.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 47
  • 2 Bedroom: 3
  • 3 Bedroom: 0
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • Covenant Manor OH LLC
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: grossmanmeir@gmail.com
  • Phone: 7189254111 x117

Franklin Court

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 93

Address :

276-A VICTORY LANE,
Franklin, OH 45005.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 14
  • 2 Bedroom: 68
  • 3 Bedroom: 9
  • 4 Bedroom: 2

Owner Name :

  • Franklin Court, Ltd.
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: rpalmer@kontogiannis.com
  • Phone: (614) 222-4422

Harding House

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 60

Address :

425 Mission LN,
Franklin, OH 45005.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 56
  • 2 Bedroom: 4
  • 3 Bedroom: 0
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • Green Harding House LLC
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: Troy.Green@GreenNational.com
  • Phone: 3158024025

Cornell Townhouses

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 58

Address :

3750 Cornell Dr,
Dayton, OH 45406.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 0
  • 2 Bedroom: 28
  • 3 Bedroom: 15
  • 4 Bedroom: 15

Owner Name :

  • Dayton Family Housing, LP
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: crieckhoff@AMQA.org
  • Phone: 775 400-4452

Franklin Commons

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 114

Address :

962 Franklin Commons Drive,
Franklin, OH 45005.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 18
  • 2 Bedroom: 70
  • 3 Bedroom: 26
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • Sound Preservation 202 LP
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: katrina@secprop.com
  • Phone: 206-926-6155

La Luz Apts

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 94

Address :

489 LaLuz BLVD,
Lebanon, OH 45036.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 6
  • 2 Bedroom: 64
  • 3 Bedroom: 24
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • Benchmark La Luz Associates LP
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: slongo@benchmarkgrp.com
  • Phone: (716)833-4986

Trails Of Oak Creek

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 165

Address :

1785 RENEE DRIVE,
Dayton, OH 45440.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 12
  • 2 Bedroom: 91
  • 3 Bedroom: 62
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • Kettering Square Apartments LP
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: SCanel@Sicanel.com
  • Phone: 312-580-0010

Eagle Ridge

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 182

Address :

5027 Northcrest Dr,
Dayton, OH 45414.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 28
  • 2 Bedroom: 84
  • 3 Bedroom: 60
  • 4 Bedroom: 10

Owner Name :

  • Cardinal One Portfolio LLC
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: greg@ghchousing.com
  • Phone: (216) 472-1870 ext. 115

Pinewood Gardens

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 80

Address :

40 Pinewood Circle,
Dayton, OH 45426.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 14
  • 2 Bedroom: 42
  • 3 Bedroom: 20
  • 4 Bedroom: 4

Owner Name :

  • Cardinal One Portfolio LLC
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: greg@ghchousing.com
  • Phone: (216) 472-1870 ext. 115

Miamisburg Manor

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 50

Address :

15 W Ferry ST,
Miamisburg, OH 45342.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 49
  • 2 Bedroom: 1
  • 3 Bedroom: 0
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • Miamisburg Manor, Limited
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: BDaines@wallickcos.com
  • Phone: 614-552-5943

North Lake Hills Coop

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 159

Address :

3713 Southshore Dr.,
Dayton, OH 45404.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 0
  • 2 Bedroom: 83
  • 3 Bedroom: 70
  • 4 Bedroom: 6

Owner Name :

  • Northlake Hills Cooperative, Inc.
  • Non-Profit

Owner Contact:

  • Email: northlakehills@sbcglobal.net
  • Phone: 937-233-7588

Trailbridge Townhomes

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 110

Address :

660 LaFayette Ave,
Middletown, OH 45044.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 20
  • 2 Bedroom: 28
  • 3 Bedroom: 50
  • 4 Bedroom: 12

Owner Name :

  • Peoples-Landmark LLC
  • Limited Dividend

Owner Contact:

  • Email: kravinsky7@gmail.com
  • Phone: 512-717-3938

Lakeview Cooperative Estates C

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 36

Address :

735 Dearborn Ave,
Dayton, OH 45417.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 0
  • 2 Bedroom: 9
  • 3 Bedroom: 27
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • Lakeview Cooperative Estates Inc
  • Non-Profit

Owner Contact:

  • Email: porsha462017@gmail.com
  • Phone: (317) 921-1170

Mountaingate Apartments

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 40

Address :

2940 LOFFER CT.,
Dayton, OH 45449.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 4
  • 2 Bedroom: 26
  • 3 Bedroom: 8
  • 4 Bedroom: 2

Owner Name :

  • Miami Township Village, LLC
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: rbishop@wallick.com
  • Phone: 614-552-5943

Parkview Place

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 50

Address :

1441 PARKBROOK DRIVE,
Dayton, OH 45458.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 0
  • 2 Bedroom: 40
  • 3 Bedroom: 10
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • PARKVIEW PLACE, LTD.
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: rpalmer@kontogiannis.com
  • Phone: 614-224-2083

Oakdale Apartments

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 50

Address :

1941 OAKDALE AVE.,
Dayton, OH 45420.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 0
  • 2 Bedroom: 40
  • 3 Bedroom: 10
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • Moler/Van Buren Development, LLC
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: rbishop@wallick.com
  • Phone: 614-552-5943

Ohio Teamsters Village

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 48

Address :

2525 CROSS VILLAGE DR,
Miamisburg, OH 45342.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 8
  • 2 Bedroom: 20
  • 3 Bedroom: 20
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • Ohio Village Limited Partnership
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: JJoyceSr@RHMRealEstateGroup.com
  • Phone: 216-360-8320

West Alex Village

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 30

Address :

20 ELM STREET,
Dayton, OH 45481.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 15
  • 2 Bedroom: 10
  • 3 Bedroom: 5
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • West Alex Village, LLC
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: rbishop@wallick.com
  • Phone: 614-552-5943

Southland Village

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 50

Address :

1019 Orchard Hill DR.,
Miamisburg, OH 45342.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 0
  • 2 Bedroom: 30
  • 3 Bedroom: 18
  • 4 Bedroom: 2

Owner Name :

  • Miamisburg Central Apartments, LLC
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: rbishop@wallick.com
  • Phone: 614-552-5943

The Terraces

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 102

Address :

150 W Dorothy LN,
Dayton, OH 45429.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 101
  • 2 Bedroom: 1
  • 3 Bedroom: 0
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • Terraces Senior Apartments, LP
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: assetmanagement@ccinvest.com
  • Phone: 805-495-8400

Valleyview Village

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 50

Address :

3680 Pinnacle Rd,
Dayton, OH 45439.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 4
  • 2 Bedroom: 36
  • 3 Bedroom: 8
  • 4 Bedroom: 2

Owner Name :

  • Valleyview Village, LLC
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: rbishop@wallick.com
  • Phone: 614-552-5943

Creekside Townhouses

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 500

Address :

2021 Palisades Dr,
Dayton, OH 45414.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 68
  • 2 Bedroom: 364
  • 3 Bedroom: 68
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • Northland Village I, L.P.
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: Joe.Engle@aamci.com
  • Phone: 865-525-7500

Almond Village Apartments

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 60

Address :

4701 CASABA COURT,
Dayton, OH 45417.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 56
  • 2 Bedroom: 4
  • 3 Bedroom: 0
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • Almond Village L. P.
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: rbishop@wallick.com
  • Phone: 614-552-5943

Brandt Meadows

Features :

  • Nursing Home: No
  • Assisted Living: No
  • Assisted Units: 11

Address :

4148 Brandt Meadows Drive,
Dayton, OH 45404.
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Assisted Units by Size :

  • Studio: 0
  • 1 Bedroom: 9
  • 2 Bedroom: 2
  • 3 Bedroom: 0
  • 4 Bedroom: 0

Owner Name :

  • Brandt Meadows Associates LLC
  • Profit Motivated

Owner Contact:

  • Email: snaas@countycorp.com
  • Phone: 937.531.7026

What Is Section 8?

Section 8 is a government program that helps low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled pay for housing. It gives them vouchers that they can use to rent apartments or houses from private landlords. The amount of rent that the family pays depends on their income. The government pays the rest.

Public housing agencies (PHAs) are local organizations that help people find affordable housing. They get money from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to help people pay their rent.

Who is eligible for 2 Bedroom Section 8 House?

To be eligible for a Section 8 house:

  • You must be a U.S. citizen or have eligible immigration status.
  • In general, your family's income may not exceed 50% of the median income for your county or metro area in Ohio. Some low-income families may qualify in limited cases.
  • If you are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, ask your housing agency in Springboro, Ohio whether it gives a preference on its waiting list. You must still meet its income limits.

2 Bedroom Section 8 Housing Income Guidelines

HUD Income Limits for 2026

HUD publishes three tiers of income limits each year. They are based on the median income for your county or metro area and your household size:

  • 1. Extremely Low: generally the greater of 30% of area median income or the federal poverty level
  • 2. Very Low: 50% of area median income
  • 3. Low: 80% of area median income

Housing Choice Vouchers generally serve very low-income households, and at least 75% of the families a housing agency admits each year must be extremely low-income unless HUD approves a lower share. Low-income families may qualify only in limited cases.

Find the current limits for your area on HUD's income limits page, or ask your local housing agency.

How does Section 8 work?

Here is a step-by-step guide on how Section 8 works:

  • Contact your Warren County housing authority to find out if you are eligible for Section 8.
  • Complete an application and provide the required documentation.
  • You will be placed on a waiting list.

How to Apply for a 2 Bedroom Section 8 House in Springboro, Ohio?

To apply for a 2 bedroom section 8 house for rent in Springboro, Ohio, you need to follow these steps:

1. Contact your local Housing Authority directly or visit their website to fill out an application.

2. Provide documentation of your income, citizenship or immigration status, and personal information. Make sure to have all the required documents ready before starting the application process.

3. Attend an interview with the Housing Authority. Once you submit your application, you will be scheduled for an interview with a housing specialist.

4. Wait for your application to be reviewed and approved. After your interview, your application will be reviewed by the Housing Authority. The review process can take several weeks or months depending on the demand for section 8 housing in the area.

5. Go through a home inspection. If your application is approved, a housing inspector will visit your home to ensure it meets the program's standards. The inspection will cover areas such as safety, cleanliness, and basic utilities.

6. Sign your lease and move in. Once your home passes the inspection, you will be able to sign your lease and move in. Keep in mind that you will be responsible for paying your portion of the rent on time each month and following the rules outlined in your lease agreement.

Rent Payment for 2 Bedroom Apartment

As a tenant, you are responsible for paying your portion of the rent on time each month. This amount is determined based on your income and the rent amount for the property in Springboro, Ohio.

The Housing Authority will provide rental assistance to cover the difference between your portion of the rent and the total rent amount.

You will need to sign a lease agreement that outlines your rent payment responsibilities, including the due date, late fees, and acceptable payment methods.

It is important to communicate with your landlord and the Housing Authority if you are unable to make a rent payment on time or if you have any questions or concerns about your rent payments.

Maintenance Responsibilities

As a tenant, you are responsible for keeping your 2 bedroom section 8 house in Springboro, Ohio clean and in good condition.

You are responsible for reporting any necessary repairs to your landlord or property manager as soon as possible.

Your landlord or property manager is responsible for making necessary repairs and ensuring that the property meets the program's safety and habitability standards.

If you cause damage to the property beyond normal wear and tear, you may be responsible for paying for the repairs or damages.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

1. What is section 8 housing?

The housing choice voucher program is the federal government's program for assisting very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled to afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market.

The participant is free to choose any housing that meets the requirements of the program and is not limited to units located in subsidized housing projects.

2. What is a housing voucher?

A housing choice voucher is provided by the federal government's major program to help very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market.

3. What is the most section 8 will pay?

It depends on your housing agency's payment standard, which is usually set between 90% and 110% of HUD's Fair Market Rent for your area. You typically pay about 30% of your adjusted monthly income. When you first move in, your share can't be more than 40% of adjusted monthly income if the rent is above the payment standard.

4. What is counted as income for Section 8?

HUD defines income to include:

  • The full amount, before any payroll deductions, of wages and salaries, overtime pay, commissions, fees, tips and bonuses, and other compensation for personal services;
  • The net income from the operation of a business or profession.
  • Under HUD's 2023 income and asset rule, IRS-recognized retirement accounts such as a 401(k) generally do not count as assets, but payments you receive from them may count as income. Ask your housing agency how it applies this rule.

5. How to get Section 8 immediately?

Due to limited funding from the federal government and a shortage of low-income housing units, there is no guaranteed way to receive Section 8 immediately. The application process can be long and time consuming.

6. How long does it take to get a Section 8 voucher after the interview?

When a PHA in Springboro, Ohio issues a voucher, it gives the assisted family at least 60 days to obtain housing. A PHA can extend the time it allots to a family based on various factors.