Resources for Renters 

New Housing ResourceSThe Housing Division offers information and referral services to citizens requesting help with housing.
Call (831) 648-3199.

The City does not get involved in Landlord and Tenant disputes. Tenants can click this link to find out information regarding: Tenant's Rights in Rental Housing (Spanish Version - Click Here)

COVIA Home Match Program, a shared housing program that provides free, personalized services in the Bay Area and beyond to help find the right match for you!
The City's current "Welcome Home" housing initiative found that more than 1/3 of individuals surveyed responded that they wanted to prioritize strategies that promote affordability by the Better Use of Existing Housing, which Home Match Monterey does!  Click here to read more about Home Match Monterey County.  A local community in Pacific Grove managed by Covia- Canterbury Woods.

During the COVID-19 health emergency, Monterey Bay Economic Partnership (MBEP) continues to support local governments and other partners in addressing housing needs.
Click here to read more on MBEP's housing response and to access additional renters resources.

NEED HOUSING ASSISTANCE?- US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) site provides local agencies with a range of services, including food, housing, health, and safety. Click Here
Skip to main contentResources and assistance to support HUD's community partners

The Vista Point apartment complex on Jewell Avenue near Lover's Point is an Affordable Housing Project for Senior Citizens. This complex is managed by Eden Housing Management. Please click here for more information. 

Fair Housing Services and Tenant-Landlord Services.  Click Here


More questions? Call 211 or click on the link below:
Monterey County United Way Information & Referral 

Community Homeless Solutions is Monterey County's largest provider of housing and resources for people experiencing homelessness and victims of domestic violence.  Click Here

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Affordable Housing Monitoring Forms3 documents

• 2021 Income Guidelines for Housing Programs
  document Header 2021 Income Guidelines for Housing Programs
• Exhibit 3.1-3.2 - Gross Income Inclusions
  document Header Exhibit 3.1-3.2 - Gross Income Inclusions
• Procedures for Submitting a New Tenant for Income Certification
  document Header Procedures for Submitting a New Tenant for Income Certification

Other Housing Resources16 documents

• A Guide to Renting with a Disability
  document Header A Guide to Renting with a Disability
• CA Department of Fair Employment and Housing Complaint Process
  document Header CA Department of Fair Employment and Housing Complaint Process
• Central Coast Energy Services- Spring Out of Energy Debt!
  document Header Central Coast Energy Services- Spring Out of Energy Debt!
• Echo Fair Housing Resources
  document Header Echo Fair Housing Resources
• Housing Authority of the County of Monterey
  document Header Housing Authority of the County of Monterey
• How to Be an Ally for LGBTQ
  document Header How to Be an Ally for LGBTQ
• Information on Housing Authority Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
  document Header Information on Housing Authority Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
• Low-cost Renters Insurance
  document Header Low-cost Renters Insurance
• Monterey County Area Agency on Aging
  document Header Monterey County Area Agency on Aging
• Monterey County Homeless Services Resource Guide- English
  document Header Monterey County Homeless Services Resource Guide- English
• Monterey County Homeless Services Resource Guide- Spanish
  document Header Monterey County Homeless Services Resource Guide- Spanish
• Renter's Rights Guide
  document Header Renter's Rights Guide
• Renters Insurance Resources
  document Header Renters Insurance Resources
• Senior Guidance - Assisted Living
  document Header Senior Guidance - Assisted Living
• The Coalition of Homeless Service Providers- Emergency Day Shelter List
  document Header The Coalition of Homeless Service Providers- Emergency Day Shelter List
• Voluntary Guidelines for Rental Housing adopted by City Council on July 1, 2021.
  document Header Voluntary Guidelines for Rental Housing adopted by City Council on July 1, 2021.