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Do You Know?
 -   You can apply at more than one public housing agency.
 -   How your rent is determined


More From HUD
 -   Public Housing Program
 -   Housing Choice Voucher Program
 -   Housing discrimination complaints
 -   Neighborhood Networks
 -   Step-up jobs program
 -   Tenants
 -   Landlords


Links
 -   Accessible apartments

Learn more about renting and HUD rental assistance programs.

Need Help?

 -   Privately owned subsidized housing - HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. Search for an apartment and apply directly at the management office.
 -   Public Housing - affordable apartments for low-income families, the elderly and persons with disabilities. To apply, contact a public housing agency.
 -   Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) - find your own place and use the voucher to pay for all or part of the rent. To apply, contact a public housing agency.

Local Renting Information

 -   Rental help in your state - find affordable rentals and special needs housing, get help with your utility bills, and more

Need Advice?

 -   Contact a housing counseling agency or call toll-free (800) 569-4287.

Your Rights and Responsibilities

 -   Fair housing
 -   Tenant rights, laws and protections in your state
 -   Rights of tenants displaced from government-funded projects
 -   Security deposits

More About Renting

 -   Ten tips every tenant should know
 -   Buying vs. renting
 -   Renters insurance
 
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