Where Can I Get Rent Assistance or Eviction Help in Seattle?
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 organizations that help renters in Seattle and King County. Use it when you need legal help, rent assistance, counseling, or a city service. Each entry says what the organization does and how to contact it. Most services are free or low cost.
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City of Seattle
Government office
Renting in Seattle (City of Seattle). Renting in Seattle is the City of Seattle's website for renters. The Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections runs it and hosts the Renting in Seattle help line. Call 206-684-5700 for help with repairs, notices, and other rental problems. Visit seattle.gov/rentinginseattle.
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Washington State Office of Civil Legal Aid
Government office
Right to an appointed lawyer in eviction cases (Washington State). Washington State gives low-income tenants the right to a free appointed lawyer in eviction cases. State law RCW 59.18.640 created this right. The Washington Office of Civil Legal Aid runs the appointed counsel program statewide. Tell the court you want an appointed lawyer as soon as you get eviction court papers.
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King County
Government office
Keep King County Housed (rent assistance). Keep King County Housed is King County's program to help pay rent and stop evictions. It helps renters who owe back rent or have an active eviction notice. Household income must be at or below 80% of the area's median income. For example, if the median income for your household size is $100,000, the limit is $80,000. United Way of King County handles applications at www.uwkc.org/renthelp. Demand is high, so applicants must wait their turn on a list.
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Washington 211
Nonprofit group
. Washington 211 is a free, confidential helpline for the whole state. It connects you to rent assistance, housing, utility (such as water, electric, and gas) help, food, and other services. Dial 211 to talk with a real person. You can also call 1-877-211-9274 toll free. Staff serve callers in many languages.
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Northwest Justice Project
Nonprofit group
WashingtonLawHelp.org. WashingtonLawHelp.org publishes free legal information for Washington State. The Northwest Justice Project maintains the site. It covers eviction, deposits, repairs, and other renter topics. Its form library has court forms and sample letters. The site offers many guides in Spanish.
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Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Government office
HUD housing counseling. This federal program connects you with local housing experts. These experts are approved by HUD and help renters for free or at low cost. Call 800-569-4287 to find one near you.
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City of Seattle
Government office
Seattle Office for Civil Rights. The Seattle Office for Civil Rights enforces laws against illegal discrimination in housing within Seattle. File a complaint if a landlord discriminates against you. This includes discrimination based on your source of income, such as a Section 8 voucher (a government paper that helps pay part of your rent). Call 206-684-4500 or email civilrights@seattle.gov.
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