Renter and landlord resources
Learn about tenant rights, housing protections, and tools for renters and landlords in Maryland.
Housing stability and homelessness resources
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Housing Choice Voucher
Helps low-income households afford housing by paying part of their monthly rent.
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Homeless Solution
Learn how Maryland works with local partners to provide shelter and housing services.
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Family Self Sufficiency Program
Helps Housing Choice Voucher participants pursue higher education, find employment, and achieve financial independence.
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Homeless Resources
If you are experiencing homelessness or a housing crisis, help is available through local agencies in each county.
Homeowner resources
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Foreclosure PreventionHaving trouble paying your mortgage, learn about free counseling, legal help, and steps you can take to avoid foreclosure.
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Energy & Home RepairFind programs that can help eligible Maryland homeowners make home repairs and improve energy efficiency.
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Help for HomeownersProvides information on homeowner assistance, working with your mortgage servicer, forbearance, and foreclosure protections.
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Common Ownership CommunitiesLearn about the rights and responsibilities of HOA, condominium, and co-op residents.
Looking to become a homeowner?
Explore the Maryland Mortgage Program for low-interest loans and down payment assistance.
State-owned properties for sale
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) manages programs that make single family properties available for purchase by homebuyers, non-profit organizations and public housing authorities.
Properties in DHCD's real estate-owned (REO) portfolio are listed and sold through Atlantic Auctions. These properties are offered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
Multifamily housing development
Funding, financing, and tax credit programs for developers to build and preserve affordable rental housing in Maryland.