Affordable Housing

Families and Renters can always search and apply for free on AffordableHousing.com

Renters

Finding a Home

How do I search for rentals?

How do I use the Affordability Calculator?

How do I use the section 8 Eligibility Calculator?

What can I do if there are no properties in my area?

How do I save a listing?

How do I report a scam? Does AffordableHousing.com screen listings?

Tips to avoid housing scams

How do I update my rental application?

How do rental properties work?

How do I use filters when searching for housing?

Searching for Rentals on AffordableHousing.com

To know if a property listed on Affordable Housing website accepts Section 8, you can follow these steps:

How do I know if a property owner will accept my Section 8 voucher?

How do I stop property owners from contacting me?

Who is responsible for paying security deposits?

What can I do if I am suspicious of a property owner?

Who is responsible for paying utilities?

Can a property owner charge an application fee?

How do I stop property owners from contacting me with specials?

How do I contact property owners?

Communicating with Owners

What is an eLease?

Why did I get an alert about signing a lease?

How do I sign the lease?

Are AffordableHousing.com leases legally binding?

Can the property owner cancel my lease?

Do you pay the security deposit before you sign the lease?

Where can I download a copy of the lease?

Does everyone signing the lease need an account on AffordableHousing.com?

What if I made a mistake on the lease?

Can I view the lease before signing it?

Do I have to accept the lease on AffordableHousing.com?

How do I cancel a lease invitation?

What happens if the lease expires?

How do I review and sign a lease?

Leases

How many people can live in a unit if they are Section 8 participants?

Top questions for renters about the section 8 (Housing Choice Voucher) program 

Government Programs

What is a public housing authority/agency (PHA) and what services does it provide?

How do I receive/apply for housing assistance?

Am I eligible for housing assistance?

Are there any restrictions on where program participants can look for housing?

How can I find out what area a housing authority serves?

Does it matter how much a rental unit costs?

What services are offered by a Public Housing Authority?

Public Housing Authorities

Am I eligible for Section 8?

What is a section 8 voucher?

How do I apply for section 8?

How long is the wait  to get a section 8 voucher?

Facing the expiration of your housing voucher without securing a rental? Here's how to navigate the situation.

I can't find a rental for my expiring voucher: what are my options?

Learn how to transfer your voucher to another city or state.

How do I port my voucher to another location?

What if a family moves? Do they lose their Section 8 voucher?

Are program participants allowed to rent furnished apartments?

How does Housing Choice Voucher Program work?

Are property owners required to accept pets through the Section 8 program?

How do I update changes made to my Housing Voucher application?

Are Owner/Managers obligated to lease units to people who have Section 8 vouchers?

Can property owners treat Section 8 program participants differently than other prospective renters?

What are section 8 vs. rental applications?

How do I search for section 8 waiting lists?

How do I turn on waiting list notifications?

Section 8 / Voucher Choice Program

What is a Waiting List?

What are waiting list preferences?

How do I update my application?

What if my application was removed from the section 8 waiting list?

How do I check my status on the section 8 waiting list?

What are waiting list preferences and how do they affect me?

Can I apply to multiple waiting lists?

How do I apply to a Waiting List?

What should I do while I wait?

How do I keep my application in good standing?

How do I link my waiting list application to my account?

How to update your personal information

How do I update my Section 8 application?

Managing My Waiting List Application

Benefits of creating a renter account on AffordableHousing.com

Why should I create an account?

Change your password and protect your account

How do I change my password?

Follow these simple steps to reset your password

I forgot my password. What should I do?

Follow these simple steps to find out your username

I forgot my username. What should I do?

Learn what steps to take if you're having trouble logging into your account.

I can't sign in. What should I do?

How to I change my notification settings?

Ensure that your account information is accurate and up to date

How do I change my account settings?

How do I create a renter account?

How do I update my email alerts?

Includes creating an account, changing your email or password, and account notifications.