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Rental assistance in Maryland: how to find help paying rent

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If you're struggling to pay rent in Maryland, help exists — and it's free to look for. Start with a free call to 2-1-1, then use this page to find your local public housing agency, current rental assistance programs, and other free resources for renters in Maryland.

Educational — information, not legal advice. See renter rights in Maryland.

Where to find help in Maryland

Call 211 · in a crisis, call or text 988 (or visit 211.org) — the fastest way to find local Maryland rent help, food, and services.
Find your local Public Housing Agency (for Section 8 / vouchers) in HUD's Housing Choice Voucher directory.
Find free legal aid and tenant help for Maryland at lawhelp.org.
Look for your Maryland state housing or community-affairs agency and local nonprofits for current programs.
Read HUD rental assistance.

Applying for legitimate rental assistance is always free. Anyone who asks you to pay a fee to apply, to "jump" a waitlist, or to guarantee approval is a red flag.

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