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Section 8 rent in Cleveland-Elyria, OH

FY2025 HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents for the Cleveland-Elyria, OH MSA, covering 126 ZIP codes.

$1,255Avg 2BR FMR / mo
$1,381Avg 2BR at 110% Standard
126ZIP Codes

Fair market rent by bedroom count

Base SAFMR across all ZIP codes in this market. Housing authorities may set payment standards between 90% and 110% of these rates.

BedroomsLowest ZIPAverageHighest ZIPAvg 110% Standard
Studio$730$915$1,320$1,006
1 Bedroom$830$1,033$1,490$1,136
2 Bedrooms$1,000$1,255$1,810$1,381
3 Bedrooms$1,300$1,614$2,330$1,775
4 Bedrooms$1,380$1,733$2,500$1,906

Small multifamily Section 8 income

Estimated gross monthly and annual rent for 2-to-4 unit properties, assuming every unit is rented to Section 8 at this market's average fair market rent. Small multifamily is a favorite for long-term buy-and-hold investors stacking stable voucher income across multiple doors.

Property TypeUnit MixGross Monthly RentGross Annual Rent
Duplex2 × 2BR$2,510$30,120
Triplex3 × 2BR$3,765$45,180
Fourplex4 × 2BR$5,020$60,240
Fourplex4 × 3BR$6,456$77,472

Gross scheduled rent before vacancy, maintenance and management. Run any Ohio multifamily listing through RealG to model it against real operating costs, or try the rental property calculator.

Highest-paying ZIP codes

Top 15 of 126 ZIP codes in this market, ranked by 2-bedroom SAFMR.

ZIP Code1BR2BR3BR4BR
44040 $1,490 $1,810 $2,330 $2,500
44072 $1,490 $1,810 $2,330 $2,500
44113 $1,490 $1,810 $2,330 $2,500
44141 $1,490 $1,810 $2,320 $2,490
44251 $1,490 $1,810 $2,330 $2,500
44280 $1,490 $1,810 $2,330 $2,500
44028 $1,460 $1,770 $2,280 $2,440
44012 $1,440 $1,750 $2,250 $2,410
44011 $1,430 $1,740 $2,240 $2,400
44131 $1,430 $1,730 $2,220 $2,390
44202 $1,330 $1,700 $2,100 $2,260
44122 $1,390 $1,690 $2,170 $2,330
44139 $1,380 $1,680 $2,160 $2,320
44023 $1,380 $1,670 $2,150 $2,300
44145 $1,380 $1,670 $2,150 $2,300

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Section 8 pay for a 2-bedroom in Cleveland-Elyria, OH?
For FY2025, the average 2-bedroom Small Area Fair Market Rent in the Cleveland-Elyria, OH MSA is $1,255 per month, ranging from $1,000 to $1,810 depending on ZIP code. Local housing authorities may set payment standards between 90% and 110% of these rates, so the average 2-bedroom payment standard can reach $1,381.
What is a Small Area Fair Market Rent (SAFMR)?
SAFMRs are fair market rents that HUD publishes at the ZIP code level instead of one rate for a whole metro area. They reflect what modest rental housing actually costs in each ZIP, which means higher payment standards in more expensive neighborhoods. Housing choice voucher payments in this market are based on these rates.
Why do rents vary so much between ZIP codes here?
In Cleveland-Elyria, OH, 2-bedroom SAFMRs run from $1,000 to $1,810 per month. HUD sets each ZIP's rate from local rent data, so neighborhoods with stronger rental markets get higher voucher payment standards. For investors, the spread matters: the same house price can produce very different Section 8 rents a few ZIP codes apart.
How do I find Section 8 investment properties in Ohio?
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