Rental

Rental Resources

At Washington LawHelp you will find general information, self-help packets and resources for to assist you with tenant’s rights.  Learn more>.

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Solid Ground: Operates a statewide hotline for tenants seeking information on the Residential Landlord/Tenant Act and renters’ rights. Tenant counselors can provide legal referrals and action plans appropriate to each tenant’s needs.  The hotline number is 206-694-6767.  Learn more>

HUD -Tenant Rights, Laws, and Protections in Washington State. Learn more> 

A number of local agencies offer landlord-tenant information. Some also aid in settling disputes.

• Bellevue Neighborhood Mediation Program – 425-452-4091 or www.cityofbellevue.org
• King County Bar Association Housing Justice Project – 206-267-7090 or http://www.kcba.org
• King County Dispute Resolution Center – 206-443-9603 or www.kcdrc.org
• Legal Action Center – 206-324-6890
• Seattle Office of Housing – 206-684-2489 or www.seattle.gov/html/citizen/renting.htm
• The Tenants Union – 206-723-0500 or www.tenantsunion.org

For rental assistance resources, contact the Community Information Line at: 2-1-1 (from a landline only) or 206-461-3200 or toll free 1-877-2-1-1-927. Learn more>

City of Seattle Utility Discount Program.  Learn more>

Washington WorkFirst can also provide information about programs that can assist you with housing. Learn more>

For low-income permanent housing resources refer to, HousingSearchNW.org or searching HUD subsidized properties. Learn more>

Emergency Cash Assistance:  If you have an emergency and need a one-time cash payment to get or keep safe housing or utilities, you may be eligible for the Additional Requirements for Emergent Needs (AREN).