Where Can I Get Rent Assistance or Eviction Help in New York City?

This is not legal advice. We explain what the law says. We cannot tell you what to do in your situation. For that, talk to a lawyer. Some of the groups below can help.

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This page lists places that help New York City renters. It covers city programs that help prevent eviction, the 211 phone line, and legal help. Each entry says how to reach the group.

  • NYC Human Resources Administration

    Government office

    NYC Homebase, call 311. Homebase helps New Yorkers whose housing is unstable. It offers services to stop an eviction and emergency rental assistance (money to help pay rent). Go to nyc.gov/homebase or call 311.

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  • NYC Human Resources Administration

    Government office

    NYC Office of Civil Justice, nyc.gov/site/hra/help/legal-assistance.page. If you face eviction, you may be able to get free legal help. It comes through the Office of Civil Justice at the Department of Social Services (DSS).

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  • 211 New York State

    Nonprofit group

    Call 211. The service is free, private, and open 24 hours a day in many languages. It connects you to local services, including housing help.

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  • LawHelpNY

    Nonprofit group

    Its directory lets you search for free legal services in New York. It has housing topics on eviction and emergency rent assistance (money to help pay rent). Its LiveHelp is open Monday to Thursday, 9 am to 9 pm Eastern time.

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Published by Nazanin · October 4, 2026 · sources checked October 5, 2026

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