Finding affordable housing can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. HUD offers free online tools that make the search easier by showing subsidized apartments, senior housing, and voucher-accepting landlords near you.
HUD Resource Locator
The HUD Resource Locator is a free online mapping tool that shows affordable housing options in any area of the country. You can search by address, city, or ZIP code to find public housing developments, subsidized apartments, and homeless service providers near you.
Types of Affordable Housing You Can Find
- Public housing developments managed by local PHAs
- Project-based Section 8 apartments (subsidized units in private buildings)
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) properties
- Senior housing (Section 202) for people 62 and older
- Housing for people with disabilities (Section 811)
- USDA Rural Development housing in rural areas
How to Use the Tools Effectively
Step 1: Visit resources.hud.gov to access the HUD Resource Locator map.
Step 2: Enter your location and filter by the type of housing you need.
Step 3: Contact properties directly to ask about availability, waitlists, and eligibility requirements.
Step 4: Check your state Housing Finance Agency (HFA) website for additional listings specific to your state.
Search beyond your immediate area. Expanding your search radius even by a few miles can reveal more options. Also check neighboring counties — some areas have shorter waitlists and more available units.
State Housing Finance Agency Directories
Every state has a Housing Finance Agency that administers affordable housing programs. These agencies maintain their own searchable databases of income-restricted apartments and can connect you with programs that may not appear in the HUD locator.
Tips for a Successful Search
- Apply to multiple properties at the same time — do not wait for one response before applying to another
- Keep your contact information updated on all applications and waitlists
- Ask about local preferences that might move you up on waitlists
- Check back regularly — new units and programs are added frequently
- Work with a HUD-approved housing counselor for personalized help with your search
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