Guess who makes up the fastest growing population of renters in Minnesota? That's right, refugees and immigrants. On this page you will find numerous resources to help you, whether you are a direct service provider working with this population or a landlord looking at possible tenants.
Learn some tips for renting to refugees and immigrants, including what to do if they have no
Role of Local Co-sponsorsChurch World Service
General Housing InformationHennepin County Homeless Shelter ResourcesInformation about housing and shelter resources, fair housing, and grants and resources.
Housing in St PaulInformation from the City of St Paul about housing.
Minnesota Department of Human Services - Housing Resource ToolBoxHousing information, particularly for older adults, people with disabilities, and the homeless.
Minnesota Department of Human Services - Office of Economic Opportunity's Homeless ProgramsHomeless and shelter program information available in Minnesota.
Minnesota Housing (MHFA)A state agency that provides financial customer assistance for decent, safe and affordable housing.
Families in Tough TimesInformation about affordable housing and other general resources from the University of Minnesota Extension.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development--Minnesota Office (HUD-Minnesota)Regional Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) office.
Local Information and ReferralThe Disability Linkage Line
The Disability Linkage Line (1-866-333-2466) is a free information, referral and assistance service for people with disabilities.
Minnesota Department of Health, MAA-CBO DirectoryA directory of Mutual Assistance Associations and Community Based Organizations serving refugees and immigrants in Minnesota.
MinnesotaHelp.info®A statewide online directory of services designed to help people in Minnesota identify resources.
Immigrant Services DirectoryState-by-state guide outlining available resources, contact information, and referral processes assembled by the American Civil Liberties Union.
Senior LinkAge Line®Senior LinkAge Line® (1-800-333-2433) is a free, statewide telephone information and assistance service for older adults and their families.
United Way 2-1-1Information about United Way's 2-1-1 Information and Referral Service.
Federal AgenciesUS Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)Useful links on the HUD website include:
HUD User Data Sets- Links to fair market rents and income limits.
Housing Choice Voucher information
Legal Issues and Personal AdvocacyFair Housing LawDesigned to increase public awareness of the Fair Housing Act and its protections.
MN Department of Human RightsA resource designed to address housing discrimination (fact sheet available in multiple languages).
HOME LineTenants may speak with a tenant advocate who will provide free advice regarding Minnesota landlord/tenant law.
LawHelpMN.orgA website helping low-income Minnesotans solve civil legal problems.
Minnesota Attorney General's Office Housing InformationOffers information for tenant, landlords and homeowners, including the rights and responsibilities of tenants and landlords.
Property Ownership and ManagementMinnesota Multi-Housing Association (MHA)A nonprofit trade organization that serves professionals in the multi-housing industry.
Resource Centers and Service AgenciesLutheran Social Service (LSS)LSS operates a Housing Resource at 612-879-5266.
Telephone Service FAQA link to information about programs that provide assistance with paying phone bills.
Specialized HousingMinnesota Department of Human Services (DHS)A state agency that provides some information about certain types of housing.
Minnesota DHS - Housing Resource ToolBoxHousing information, particularly for older adults, people with disabilities, and the homeless.