Public housing serves as a critical lifeline for individuals and families facing economic hardship. These programs provide safe, affordable rental housing for eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities; funded by HUD and administered locally by Public Housing Agencies.
Renting and ownership
Rent to own
Live in a property under a rental agreement with the option to purchase it later.
Low income apartments
A step-by-step guide to finding and securing affordable apartment housing near you.
Accessing low-income apartments
Practical resources for families with constrained finances navigating the housing search.
Assistance programs
Housing assistance
Stable, affordable housing support for millions of individuals and families across the country.
Rental assistance
Financial aid and subsidies to cover rent, prevent homelessness, and ensure stability.
Public housing
Government-backed programs that ensure safe and affordable housing during hard times.
Section 8 housing
A voucher program that subsidizes rent for low-income households in private rentals.
Applying for section 8
How to apply for housing choice vouchers and reduce your monthly rent costs.
Secure housing
How the HUD Section 8 program helps low-income households find stable, subsidized shelter.
Resources and repairs
Housing resources
Comprehensive guidance for navigating the affordable housing landscape.
Housing repair loans
Funding for low-income homeowners dealing with unsafe or damaged property conditions.
Weatherization
Protecting your home from weather damage — a critical but often overlooked maintenance step.
How rapid rehousing works
Programs that help low-income households quickly recover from homelessness.
Emergency housing
A safety net for individuals and families facing sudden displacement or homelessness.
Understanding subsidized housing
What subsidized housing means and how low-income households qualify and benefit.
Additional benefits
FCC Lifeline program
A federal program helping low-income households access affordable phone services.
Food stamps and EBT
Nutrition assistance programs addressing food insecurity for millions of Americans.
SNAP benefits
How the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program has supported low-income families since 1939.
What you can buy with SNAP
A clear guide to eligible and ineligible purchases under SNAP benefits.
Government assistance
Public programs addressing immediate financial needs and building long-term stability.
Rental assistance for homeowners
How assistance works for low-income households that rent rather than own their homes.