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Housing Resources in Wake County, NC

Educational guide to housing resources available to Wake County residents. Programs, services, and support across the county.

Housing Resources Across Wake County

Wake County offers a range of housing resources through government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and community services. This guide provides an overview of available resources organized by category.

Starting Point: 2-1-1

Call or text 2-1-1 to be connected to Wake County housing resources. Specialists can assess your situation and connect you with appropriate services.

Wake County Government Resources

Wake County Human Services

County government services including emergency assistance, benefits programs, and social services coordination.

wake.nc.gov

Raleigh Housing Authority

Public housing and Housing Choice Voucher programs for low-income residents of Raleigh and Wake County.

raleighhousing.org

Wake County Continuum of Care

Coordinated system addressing homelessness through prevention, emergency shelter, and transitional housing.

Contact through 2-1-1

Wake County Social Services

Child welfare, family services, and community support programs including housing-related assistance.

919-212-7000

Key Nonprofit Resources

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh

Emergency assistance including rent help for qualifying households.

catholiccharities.org

The Salvation Army of Wake County

Emergency assistance including rent and utility help.

919-834-6733

Legal Aid of North Carolina

Free legal services for eligible households. Tenant rights, eviction defense.

1-866-219-5262

Community Empowerment Fund

Housing support services for residents experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

communityempowermentfund.org