Housing Grants

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The County’s Housing Grants Program provides rental assistance to low-income Arlington residents. These grants cover a portion of monthly rent, depending on household income, household size and rent amount. Applicants must meet income requirements and personal assets may not exceed $35,000.

Eligibility Requirements

This program serves Arlington renters who are:

  • 65 years or older
  • Totally and permanently disabled
  • Working families with at least one child under age 18
  • Clients and patients of a County-operated or County-supported mental health program
  • For additional guidance please see Housing Grants - Administrative Regulations(PDF, 472KB)

Income Guidelines

Maximum allowable gross income from all sources is as follows (however, depending on ages of household members and apartment rent, actual income limits may be less):

Household size  Annual Income Limits (Effective 5/1/22)
 1  $42,373
 2  $48,408
 3  $54,443
 4  $60,478
 5  $65,323
 6  $70,168
 7  $75,125
 8  $79,857

Where to Apply

Department of Human Services
2100 Washington Blvd., 3rd floor
Arlington, VA 22204
703-228-1350
TTY 703-228-1398

You can also apply online at Dhshg@arlingtonva.us.  Be sure to include residency verification with your application.

Important Housing Information: Know Your Rights!

In Virginia, it is illegal to discriminate against a renter or homebuyer because of any source that lawfully provides funds to that person. Learn more: 

Contact the Housing Information Center

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Contact

Housing Division
housingdivision@arlingtonva.us
703-228-3765

Housing Grants & Tax Relief
dhs@arlingtonva.us
703-228-1350

Housing Vouchers
hcv@arlingtonva.us
703-228-1450

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