U.S. Department of Agriculture
What it may cover
Varies
Enrollment
Open enrollment
Where available
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What you get
USDA's Section 515 Rural Rental Housing program finances the construction, acquisition, and rehabilitation of affordable rental housing in rural communities for low- and moderate-income families, elderly residents, and persons with disabilities. Loans carry below-market interest rates of as low as 1%, significantly reducing rents for tenants who may also receive Section 8 assistance to lower their out-of-pocket costs further. Housing must be located in a rural area with a population of 35,000 or fewer.
Help with rent, housing costs, or finding stable housing through a local housing agency or approved provider.
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Household income requirement
This program has income limits. Tell us your household size and income so we can check for you.
How many people are in your household?
Count everyone who lives and eats with you — yourself, partner, children, and dependents.
If you do not have one of these, apply anyway and ask what substitutes are accepted.
Processing time varies by location and program funding.
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Other programs in the same category that often go hand-in-hand.