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Cambridge Metropolitan Housing Authority
Cambridge, Ohio
Last Updated
8 hours ago
About Cambridge Metropolitan Housing Authority
Cambridge Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA), located in Cambridge, Guernsey County, Ohio, manages approximately 924 assisted housing units. These include both the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and Public Housing units. Currently, all waiting lists for both the HCV program and Public Housing are closed to new applicants.
CMHA oversees 743 Housing Choice Vouchers and 181 Public Housing units. For eligibility, a family of four in Guernsey County, Ohio, would need to meet a Very Low Income limit of $42,600 per year. Income limits are subject to change and vary by household size.
While the HCV list has experienced shifts between open and closed status in the past, all waiting lists at Cambridge Metropolitan Housing Authority are presently closed. Prospective applicants are advised to monitor for any future announcements regarding openings.
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Other Programs
5 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.
All waiting lists are currently closed to new applicants. Eligibility is generally for very low-income families, elderly, and disabled, with income not exceeding 50% of the median income for Guernsey County.
No active waitlist information currently available.
No active waitlist information currently available.
All waiting lists are currently closed.
No active waitlist information currently available.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Cambridge Metropolitan Housing Authority directly 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
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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 Cambridge Metropolitan Housing Authority
Check Current Status
All 5 waiting lists at Cambridge Metropolitan 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 Cambridge Metropolitan 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 $42,600/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 Cambridge Metropolitan Housing Authority directly at 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 Cambridge Metropolitan Housing Authority, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Cambridge Metropolitan Housing Authority manages approximately 924 assisted housing units (743 Section 8, 181 Public Housing), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Cambridge. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Cambridge Metropolitan Housing Authority
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Cambridge Metropolitan 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 Cambridge. This program serves approximately 743 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 Cambridge Metropolitan 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.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Cambridge Metropolitan Housing Authority are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Cambridge. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Cambridge Metropolitan Housing Authority are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. Cambridge Metropolitan Housing Authority manages approximately 181 Public Housing units in Cambridge. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Cambridge Metropolitan Housing Authority converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Cambridge maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cambridge Metropolitan Housing Authority Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Cambridge Metropolitan Housing Authority are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Guernsey County, OH. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $42,600. 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 |
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| 1 Person | $17,900 | $29,850 | $47,750 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $34,100 | $54,550 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $38,350 | $61,350 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $42,600 | $68,150 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $46,050 | $73,650 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $49,450 | $79,100 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $52,850 | $84,550 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $56,250 | $90,000 |
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 Cambridge Metropolitan Housing Authority — including across state lines.