Housing

Finding a home is a fundamental part of settling into your new community. Newcomers to the U.S. have many of the same housing options as U.S. citizens. The resources below provide information to help you find safe, affordable housing for you and your family.

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Affordable Housing Hub – Washington Section 8 Housing

A publication explaining how subsidized housing works in Washington state.

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El Centro de la Raza

A list of affordable housing developments in Seattle.

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Housing Stabilization Services Providers Across Washington 

A list of nonprofit groups that offer housing support to people who qualify for resettlement services. The link may take a moment to load.

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How to Buy a House in the U.S. as a non-U.S. Citizen

An article outlining the options non-U.S. citizens have for buying a house or property in the U.S.

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International Rescue Committee

A nonprofit organization that serves refugees and immigrants.

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Jewish Family Services

A nonprofit organization that serves refugees and immigrants.

(206) 461-3240

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King County Housing Authority

An agency that provides long-term, low-income rental housing and rental assistance.

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Northwest Justice Project – Eviction Help

A nonprofit organization that provides free legal help for people with low incomes who are being evicted from a rental property.

(855) 657-8387

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Public Housing Agency

A federal government website with a directory of all public housing authorities in the U.S.

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Refugee Resettlement Office

A nonprofit organization that services refugees and immigrants.

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Refugee Women’s Alliance

A nonprofit organization that serves refugees and immigrants.

(206) 957-2030

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Seattle Housing Authority

An agency providing long-term, low-income rental housing and rental assistance.

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