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Rural Rental Assistance

Rural Rental Assistance is used to reduce the rent paid by low-income families living in eligible conditions.

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undefined Rural Rental Assistance?

Rural Rental Assistance is used to reduce the rent paid by low-income families who live in eligible Rural Rental Housing (RRH) and Farm Labor Housing (FLH) projects financed by the Rural Housing Service. To receive assistance, monthly rent payments must exceed 30 percent of a household's adjusted monthly income.

undefined Rural Rental Assistance?

In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must live in an eligible Rural Rental Housing (RRH) and Farm Labor Housing (FLH) projects financed by the Rural Housing Service. Interested applicants should contact the owner or manager of the apartment building to determine if they are eligible for rental assistance.