Get subsidized housing

In subsidized rental housing, the government pays apartment owners to reduce the rent for tenants with low incomes. Learn how to find this type of affordable housing.

Find out if you are eligible for subsidized housing

Each city or county has its own eligibility rules for affordable housing. To find out if you are eligible:

Contact your nearest public housing agency, or
Call 1-800-955-2232

Apply for subsidized housing

If you are eligible for subsidized housing, you can search for a participating housing community using the HUD map.

Select "Find Affordable Housing Opportunities Near Me" and search for your city or address on the map. If you receive a message that says "geolocation disabled," select the "OK" button.
Explore the affordable housing that is available in your area.
If you find affordable housing that you are interested in, contact the property to learn how to apply for a low-rent unit. Each property has its own system for accepting applications for its rental units. Some properties have waiting lists.

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LAST UPDATED: July 17, 2024

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