There are a number of programs and organizations that assist with various housing needs. Whether you are a family, individual, or person with disability, the agencies below can assist you or point you in the right direction.
211 United Way is a general resource for locating assistance with housing and other needs. By dialing 211 on your phone, you will have immediate access to several local organizations that can assist you.
Main Line: Dial 211
Doorway is an online portal for locating and applying for affordable housing throughout the Bay Area.
Marin Housing Authority is a public corporation that assists with various housing needs. Programs include, but are not limited to, the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8), affordable housing, and housing assistance.
Main Office Phone Number: (415) 491-2525
- HCV Call Center: (415) 491-2525 option 2
- TTL: (800) 735-2929
Community Action Marin offers a range of programs that assist with housing and everyday life needs. Programs include rental and utility assistance.
Main Line: (415) 526-7500
North Marin Community Services offers support with various needs with a focus in Novato and North Marin. Programs include but are not limited to housing support, such as rental assistance, and other supportive services.
Main Line: (415) 892-1643
West Marin Community Services assists with various needs with a focus on the West Marin area. Programs include but are not limited to rental assistance, heat, food, car, and home repair.
Main Line: (415) 663-8361
Tenant/Landlord Assistance Programs
Legal Aid of Marin provides legal representation and services for eviction protection and tenant rights. Services are available to low-income families and individuals.
Main Line: 415-492-0230
Fair Housing Advocates of Northern California assists families and individuals with fair housing-related concerns, tenant rights, foreclosure prevention, and counseling.
Main Line: (415) 457-5025
Marin County District Attorney, Consumer Mediation / Landlord-Tenant provides voluntary mediation services for landlord/tenant disputes across Marin County. Services are open to everyone at all income levels.
Main Line: (415) 473-6495
Marin County Superior Court Self-Help Center provides free assistance to those who do not have attorneys.
Main Line: (415) 444-7130
Marin County Law Library provides legal resources, including a Lawyers in the Library program which offers a free 20 minute one-on-one meeting with a volunteer attorney.
Main Line: (415) 472-3733
Other Housing Programs
Ritter Center assists homeless communities with resources to locate housing, rental assistance for individuals and families in poverty, case management services, and food.
Main Line: (415) 457-8182
St. Vincent De Paul offers case management services, housing and crisis assistance programs, and free dining room services to those in need.
- Main Line: (415) 454-3303 (Spanish x 15)
- Direct Help Line: (415) 454-0366
Homeward Bound of Marin provides shelter to homeless individuals, families, people struggling with mental illness, and veterans. Other programs include but are not limited to, case management services and assistance with obtaining housing.
- Administration Office: (415) 382-3363
- TTY English: 1 (866) 660-4288
- TTY Spanish: 1 (866) 288-1677
Gilead House homeless shelter provides a stable home environment for homeless single mothers and their children. Other programs include family advocacy, mental health services, and mentorship.
Main Line: (415) 895-5575
Center for Domestic Peace provides immediate shelter for abused or at risk of abuse, women, youth, children, and men. Programs include but are not limited to transitional housing, counseling services, support groups, and legal services.
- 24-Hour Hotline: (415-924-6616
- Therapy and support groups: (415) 526-2553, 9 am -pm, Monday - Friday
- Walk-in assistance: 734 A Street, San Rafael. 9 am - 5 pm, Monday - Friday
Marin Center for Independent Living serves individuals living with all types of disabilities. Programs include but are not limited to rental assistance, case management services, and assistance accessing and maintaining affordable housing.
Main Line: (415) 459-6245
Integrated Community Services assists people with disabilities with securing stable housing, career advisory, and many other services that help drive independence.
Main Line: (415) 455-8481
Marin Housing Authority runs various Home Ownership programs for low-income and first-time owners. Programs include but are not limited to the below Market Rate program, Residential Rehab Loan, and Home Buyer Readiness Program.
Home Ownership Line: (415) 491-2550
California Housing Finance Agency, also known as CalHFA supports the housing needs of low- and moderate-income renters and homebuyers by providing financial assistance programs.
Sacramento Headquarters: (877) 922-5432
Habitat for Humanity Greater San Francisco offers programs that support building and preserving homes to provide more equitable and affordable homeownership opportunities to families in Marin, San Francisco, and San Mateo counties.
Main Line: (415-625-1000
Community Land Trust (CLT)
What is a Community Land Trust (CLT)? A Community Land Trust is a legal entity that takes ownership and authority over a piece of land. Homes on land owned by a trust are available for sale to homebuyers. However, the land will be under the ownership and authority of the Land Trust. When a property resides on land owned by a Land Trust, the land costs are removed from homebuyer transactions. Making home ownership more affordable and accessible to Individuals and families.
For those interested in Community Land Trust opportunities, please refer to our Community Land Trust partners below.
Community Land Trust Association of West Marin (CLAM)
Main Line: (415) 663-1005
Bolinas Community Land Trust (BCLT)
Main Line: (415) 868-9468
Didn't find what you were looking for? Check out the Health & Human Services Community Resources Guide for more housing information, and other related services.