HOUSING
RENTAL AND MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE
www.stlouis-mo.gov/human-services/cares-act-rental-mortgage-assistance.cfm
This is a link to the City of St. Louis' rental and mortgage assistance program using Cares funds. It includes an application form and provides up to three months of payments.
LISTING OF RENTAL ASSISTANCE ST. LOUIS CITY AND COUNTY:
www.needhelppayingbills.com/html/st__louis_rental_assistance.html
3010 APARTMENTS
3010 Washington Ave. 63103
www.3010-apartments 314-833-4040
58 one-bedroom apartments operated by Salvation Army. Building rehabbed in 2015. Rents range from $425-$500. Operating as low-income housing for residents with disabilities, young adults aging out of foster care and more.
ALMOST HOME
3200 St. Vincent 63104
www.almosthomestl.org 314-771-4663
Almost Home is a transitional residence for teenage mothers with up to two children. The program is nine months long and may be extended.
AFFORDABLE HOUSING LOCATOR: MHDC
ahl.mhdc.com/
This website lists subsidized or affordable apartments by zip code.
BETTER FAMILY LIFE
5415 Page Blvd. 63112 367-3440
http://www.betterfamilylife.org/housing.html
Assistance for first-time home buyers and more.
BEYOND HOUSING
MAIN OFFICE
6506 Wright Way Pine Lawn, MO 63121
www.BeyondHousing.org 314-533-0600
Programs to prevent foreclosure, first-time home buyer programs and more. Supportive rental housing and senior citizen housing. Special focus on community resources, family support and home ownership.
CARDINAL RITTER SENIOR SERVICES
cwww.cardinalritterseniorservices.org 314-961-8000
Social service programs, affordable housing, independent living, assisted living, dementia care, nursing facilities.
Check the website for locations and program descriptions. Many apartments and other living options.
CARING MINISTRIES
6704 Fyler Avenue 63139
www.caringministriesinc.org 314-764-5415
Assists moderate workforce Americans, immigrants, and refugees in purchasing their own home. Closing costs and first month mortgage assistance provided on properties renovated.
CENTER OF WOMEN IN TRANSITION
7716 South Broadway 63111
www.cwitstl.org 314-771-5207
Works with women who are re-entering the area after incarceration. CWIT is a comprehensive program to help women move from crisis to stability and self-sufficiency. They operate two transitional housing facilities in South St. Louis.
COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY OF ST. LOUIS COUNTY (CAASLC)
2709 Woodson Rd. Overland 63114
www.caastlc.org 314-863-0015
CAASTLC has comprehensive housing assistance programs which include home ownership, housing counseling, and rent or mortgage assistance.
COMMUNITY MEDIATION SERVICES OF ST. LOUIS
225 Saint Louis Avenue #35116
St. Louis, MO 63135
www.mediationstl.org 314-884-8479
Confidential and private mediations for a variety of family and relationship conflicts, in addition to parenting plans, tenant-landlord, community, and small business disputes. Online mediation available. Referrals from other agencies welcome.
CRAIGSLIST
Many landlords list vacancies on Craigslist.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE MINISTRY
1104 S. Jefferson 63104
www.cjmstlouis.org 314-652-8062
Works with prison inmates and their families to provide various services.Ask your parole officer to send a referral to CJM Direct Services Criminal Justice Ministry for short-term assistance, including welcome backpacks, bus passes, clothing vouchers, etc. Free anger management classes for anyone that might need them for probation or parole. Call the main number for dates and times.
Release to Rent for Veterans
Limited openings in scattered supportive housing for qualified veterans who are homeless and have a criminal record.
Release to Rent
Up to a year of supportive housing for men completing long-term sentences who can work full time and are without community support.
IMPORTANT: The best chance of being accepted to the rental programs is to contact them at least six months before your release date. Parole officers can also refer.
Next Steps Home-Ex Offender Re-entry Housing Program mostly for men and women who are working.
DOORWAYS -- NOW COOPER HOUSE
4385 Maryland Ave. 63108
www.doorwayshousing.org 314-535-1919
Provides housing and related supportive services to improve quality of life and health outcomes for people affected by HIV/AIDS.
FATHER DEMPSEY'S HOUSE
3427 Washington 63103
www.archstl.org/fatherdempseyscharities 314-535-7221
Partially furnished apartments from $260 per month for older men. Some meals are provided. Call for availability.
GATEWAY 180 HOMELESS SERVICES
1000 North 19th Street 63106
www.gateway180.org 314-231-1515
Gateway 180 Homeless Services is the largest 24-hour emergency shelter for single women and families in the state of Missouri. 110 beds and three meals a day to residents.Lunches are provided daily. for drop-ins. .
GATEWAY HOUSING FIRST
1425 S. 18th St. 63104
www.gatewayhousingfirst.org 314-771-5335
Develops properties for hard to house individuals and families. Provides housing placement services, emergency assistance and limited case management to households needing Permanent Supportive Housing. Several locations.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
3830 South Grand Blvd . 63118
www.habitatstl.org 314-371-0400
First-time homebuyer's program that helps qualified families build their own home from the ground up, through a combination of volunteer and sweat equity labor. For more information, and to apply, call or visit their website.
HARRIS HOUSE
8327 S. Broadway 63111
www.harrishouse.org 314-328-7938
Harris House provides alcohol and drug rehab services to men and women age 18 and above, including a transitional housing program that provides subsidized housing for up to one year, with separate male and female residences.
HAVEN RECOVERY HOMES
www.havenrecoveryhomes.com 314-930-9384
Furnished houses with live-in housing managers, support meetings and resource assistance for treatment and employment connections in supportive alcohol-and drug-free environment. Call or visit website for more information and to apply.
HILLJACK HOUSE
www.hilljackhouse.org 314-243-3192
Supportive sober apartment living in south city buildings for men and women trying to overcome substance addictions. Call or view their website for more information.
HOMELESS VETERANS PROGRAM
515 N Jefferson Ave. 63103
www.va.gov/homeless 314-652-4100 Ext. 55460
Provides intake, assessment, referral, counseling, consultation for rehabilitative services, and residential placement. Call for more information about this expanding program.
HOPE
HOUSING OPTIONS PROVIDED FOR THE ELDERLY
www.hopeforseniorsstl.org 888-776-0155 or 314-776-0155
Provides free, in-home counseling and case management to adults age 60 and over in the St. Louis area. Help with housing, finances, benefit education and many other areas. CLICK HERE for an updated list of buildings that provide housing for seniors and disabled.
HOPE HOUSE
1611 Hodiamont Ave. 63112
www.hopehousestl.org 314-382-3801
Transitional housing apartments for homeless families, comprehensive social services, family development, vocational and educational counseling, more.
HUD
www.hud.gov
This is the website for HUD, the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
HUMANITRI
1447 East Grand Ave. 63107
www.humanitri.org 314-772-7720
Scattered site transitional housing and assistance in finding housing. Must have verifiable income.
JUSTINE PETERSEN
1023 North Grand Blvd 63106
929 North 15th St, East St. Louis, IL 62205
www.justinepetersen.org/ 314-533-2411
Homeowner and small business loans, credit counseling, first time homebuyer options and more.
LOW-INCOME HOUSING: Click HERE for a list of low-income apartments in St. Louis. Some may require government subsidy, some have waiting lists, others are open to anyone who can pay so they should be screened for good management.
LYDIA'S HOUSE
PO Box 2722 63116
www.lydiashouse.org 314-771-4411
Safe, confidential apartments and longer term medical, legal, and other services for abused women and children.
They now have a program that allows residents to keep their pets.
MARYGROVE
2705 Mullanphy Ln. Florissant 63031
www.marygrovechildren.org 314-830-6201
Transitional housing and crisis care for children who are in need of emergency care due to homelessness, potential abuse/neglect, parental stress, family illness, incarceration of a parent/guardian, etc.
MARY RYDER HOME
4361 Olive St 63108
www.maryryderhome.org 314-531-2981
A nonprofit residential care facility that provides low-income senior women a safe home, nutritional meals, medical care, and programs and services focused on promoting healthy aging.
MOVE: MISSOURI VETERANS ENDEAVOR
8410 Engler Park Ct.
St. John 63114
www.move-stl.org 314-778-9497
Provides long-term supportive housing and comprehensive services to veterans and family members.
OXFORD HOUSE
2715 Osage St. 63118
www.oxfordhouse.org 314-772-6771
National, self run, self supported, addiction recovery houses. Clients age 21 and older are eligible for subsidized rent and meals in separate buildings and programs for men and women. There are additional locations throughout the area. Call or check their websites under Houses/Directory to find Missouri locations.
PETER & PAUL COMMUNITY SERVICES
1025 Park (Soulard) 63104
Shelter address is 1919 S. 7th. 63104
www.ppcsinc.org 314-588-7111 (Main number) 314-621-5520
Candidates for the transitional program must be sober and drug-free for a minimum of 30 days and have a willingness to continue treatment. Housing Helpline referral is required. (314-802-5444)
Longer Term Transitional Housing:
Peter & Paul Community Services
2612 Wyoming Street 63118-2402
ROSATI APARTMENTS AND GROUP HOME
4218 North Grand 63107
www.stpatrickcenter.org 314-371-0586 or 314-802-0700
Supportive services and housing for clients referred by the St. Louis Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center.
Operated through St. Patrick Center.
RAINBOW VILLAGE
1240 Dautel Ln. 63146
www.rbvstl.org 314-567-1522
Neighborhood homes for people with developmental disabilities in the St. Louis area.
RECOVERY HOUSE
www.recoverystl.com 314-884-0747
Transitional living and supportive housing for men in recovery from alcohol and drugs. Visit website for requirements and rental fees. Several locations in the St. Louis area.
Recovery House is a project of ARCHWAY INSTITUTE, an advocacy outreach program that also provides financial assistance for substance abuse treatment. Visit their website for requirements and application.
www.thearchwayinstitute.org
RENTAL ASSISTANCE
http://rentassistance.org/missouri-programs.html
This website lists many Missouri cities and the assistance programs available. Includes more than housing programs. Here's a link for Illinois programs.
html://rentassistance.org/illinois-programs.html
SALVATION ARMY ADULT REHAB CENTER
3949 Forest Park Ave. 63108
314-535-0057
Provides residential treatment and work in addition to group and individual therapy.
SALVATION ARMY FAMILY HAVEN
10740 West Page Ave. 63132
314-423-7770
A 74-bed transitional housing resource for women and children with various programs focused on family stability.
Alcohol & Drug Treatment (NON-RESIDENTIAL), Community Recreation Programs, Counseling Services, Day Care Programs (CHILDREN), Domestic Violence, Emergency Assistance, Health Services, Housing/Residential (EMERGENCY SHELTER), Housing/Residential (TRANSITIONAL HOUSING)
SAINTS JOACHIM & ANN CARE SERVICE
4116 McClay Road . St. Charles, MO 63304
www.jacares.org 636-441-1302
Housing Assistance, Children and Family Development, Food Pantry, Adopt-A-Family, Workforce Development
Disaster Relief.
ST. LOUIS HOPE HOUSE
1611 Hodiamont Ave. 63112
www.hopehousestl.com 314-382-3801
Hope House offers 50 transitional housing apartments for homeless families, comprehensive social services, family development, vocational and educational counseling, housing placement assistance, on-site living skills classes, and day care center. Clients must be prior St. Louis City residents and in a shelter for 15-30 days or referred by the Housing Resource Center.
ST. LOUIS HOUSING AUTHORITY
St. Louis City: 3520 Page Blvd. 63106
www.slha.org 314-531-4770
Section 8 Waiting List: 314-286-4361
St. Louis County Housing Authority: 8865 Natural Bridge Rd 63121
www.haslc.com 314-428-3200
East St. Louis Housing Authority
700 N 20th St, East St Louis, IL 62205
www.eslha.org 618-215-6759
VOYCE
www.voycestl.org
Advocacy and information on assisted living in the St. Louis area.
YWCA-PHYLLIS WHEATLEY
2711 Locust 63103
314-533-9400 Ext. 227
The facility provides apartments for single women for up to two years. Personal and career development services include: case management services, GED certification, educational and vocational assessment, counseling, job readiness training, job search and referrals, life skills. Call the above number for admission requirements.
ZILLOW
Rental network and real estate website.
www.zillow.com
www.stlouis-mo.gov/human-services/cares-act-rental-mortgage-assistance.cfm
This is a link to the City of St. Louis' rental and mortgage assistance program using Cares funds. It includes an application form and provides up to three months of payments.
LISTING OF RENTAL ASSISTANCE ST. LOUIS CITY AND COUNTY:
www.needhelppayingbills.com/html/st__louis_rental_assistance.html
3010 APARTMENTS
3010 Washington Ave. 63103
www.3010-apartments 314-833-4040
58 one-bedroom apartments operated by Salvation Army. Building rehabbed in 2015. Rents range from $425-$500. Operating as low-income housing for residents with disabilities, young adults aging out of foster care and more.
ALMOST HOME
3200 St. Vincent 63104
www.almosthomestl.org 314-771-4663
Almost Home is a transitional residence for teenage mothers with up to two children. The program is nine months long and may be extended.
AFFORDABLE HOUSING LOCATOR: MHDC
ahl.mhdc.com/
This website lists subsidized or affordable apartments by zip code.
BETTER FAMILY LIFE
5415 Page Blvd. 63112 367-3440
http://www.betterfamilylife.org/housing.html
Assistance for first-time home buyers and more.
BEYOND HOUSING
MAIN OFFICE
6506 Wright Way Pine Lawn, MO 63121
www.BeyondHousing.org 314-533-0600
Programs to prevent foreclosure, first-time home buyer programs and more. Supportive rental housing and senior citizen housing. Special focus on community resources, family support and home ownership.
CARDINAL RITTER SENIOR SERVICES
cwww.cardinalritterseniorservices.org 314-961-8000
Social service programs, affordable housing, independent living, assisted living, dementia care, nursing facilities.
Check the website for locations and program descriptions. Many apartments and other living options.
CARING MINISTRIES
6704 Fyler Avenue 63139
www.caringministriesinc.org 314-764-5415
Assists moderate workforce Americans, immigrants, and refugees in purchasing their own home. Closing costs and first month mortgage assistance provided on properties renovated.
CENTER OF WOMEN IN TRANSITION
7716 South Broadway 63111
www.cwitstl.org 314-771-5207
Works with women who are re-entering the area after incarceration. CWIT is a comprehensive program to help women move from crisis to stability and self-sufficiency. They operate two transitional housing facilities in South St. Louis.
COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY OF ST. LOUIS COUNTY (CAASLC)
2709 Woodson Rd. Overland 63114
www.caastlc.org 314-863-0015
CAASTLC has comprehensive housing assistance programs which include home ownership, housing counseling, and rent or mortgage assistance.
COMMUNITY MEDIATION SERVICES OF ST. LOUIS
225 Saint Louis Avenue #35116
St. Louis, MO 63135
www.mediationstl.org 314-884-8479
Confidential and private mediations for a variety of family and relationship conflicts, in addition to parenting plans, tenant-landlord, community, and small business disputes. Online mediation available. Referrals from other agencies welcome.
CRAIGSLIST
Many landlords list vacancies on Craigslist.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE MINISTRY
1104 S. Jefferson 63104
www.cjmstlouis.org 314-652-8062
Works with prison inmates and their families to provide various services.Ask your parole officer to send a referral to CJM Direct Services Criminal Justice Ministry for short-term assistance, including welcome backpacks, bus passes, clothing vouchers, etc. Free anger management classes for anyone that might need them for probation or parole. Call the main number for dates and times.
Release to Rent for Veterans
Limited openings in scattered supportive housing for qualified veterans who are homeless and have a criminal record.
Release to Rent
Up to a year of supportive housing for men completing long-term sentences who can work full time and are without community support.
IMPORTANT: The best chance of being accepted to the rental programs is to contact them at least six months before your release date. Parole officers can also refer.
Next Steps Home-Ex Offender Re-entry Housing Program mostly for men and women who are working.
DOORWAYS -- NOW COOPER HOUSE
4385 Maryland Ave. 63108
www.doorwayshousing.org 314-535-1919
Provides housing and related supportive services to improve quality of life and health outcomes for people affected by HIV/AIDS.
FATHER DEMPSEY'S HOUSE
3427 Washington 63103
www.archstl.org/fatherdempseyscharities 314-535-7221
Partially furnished apartments from $260 per month for older men. Some meals are provided. Call for availability.
GATEWAY 180 HOMELESS SERVICES
1000 North 19th Street 63106
www.gateway180.org 314-231-1515
Gateway 180 Homeless Services is the largest 24-hour emergency shelter for single women and families in the state of Missouri. 110 beds and three meals a day to residents.Lunches are provided daily. for drop-ins. .
GATEWAY HOUSING FIRST
1425 S. 18th St. 63104
www.gatewayhousingfirst.org 314-771-5335
Develops properties for hard to house individuals and families. Provides housing placement services, emergency assistance and limited case management to households needing Permanent Supportive Housing. Several locations.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
3830 South Grand Blvd . 63118
www.habitatstl.org 314-371-0400
First-time homebuyer's program that helps qualified families build their own home from the ground up, through a combination of volunteer and sweat equity labor. For more information, and to apply, call or visit their website.
HARRIS HOUSE
8327 S. Broadway 63111
www.harrishouse.org 314-328-7938
Harris House provides alcohol and drug rehab services to men and women age 18 and above, including a transitional housing program that provides subsidized housing for up to one year, with separate male and female residences.
HAVEN RECOVERY HOMES
www.havenrecoveryhomes.com 314-930-9384
Furnished houses with live-in housing managers, support meetings and resource assistance for treatment and employment connections in supportive alcohol-and drug-free environment. Call or visit website for more information and to apply.
HILLJACK HOUSE
www.hilljackhouse.org 314-243-3192
Supportive sober apartment living in south city buildings for men and women trying to overcome substance addictions. Call or view their website for more information.
HOMELESS VETERANS PROGRAM
515 N Jefferson Ave. 63103
www.va.gov/homeless 314-652-4100 Ext. 55460
Provides intake, assessment, referral, counseling, consultation for rehabilitative services, and residential placement. Call for more information about this expanding program.
HOPE
HOUSING OPTIONS PROVIDED FOR THE ELDERLY
www.hopeforseniorsstl.org 888-776-0155 or 314-776-0155
Provides free, in-home counseling and case management to adults age 60 and over in the St. Louis area. Help with housing, finances, benefit education and many other areas. CLICK HERE for an updated list of buildings that provide housing for seniors and disabled.
HOPE HOUSE
1611 Hodiamont Ave. 63112
www.hopehousestl.org 314-382-3801
Transitional housing apartments for homeless families, comprehensive social services, family development, vocational and educational counseling, more.
HUD
www.hud.gov
This is the website for HUD, the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
HUMANITRI
1447 East Grand Ave. 63107
www.humanitri.org 314-772-7720
Scattered site transitional housing and assistance in finding housing. Must have verifiable income.
JUSTINE PETERSEN
1023 North Grand Blvd 63106
929 North 15th St, East St. Louis, IL 62205
www.justinepetersen.org/ 314-533-2411
Homeowner and small business loans, credit counseling, first time homebuyer options and more.
LOW-INCOME HOUSING: Click HERE for a list of low-income apartments in St. Louis. Some may require government subsidy, some have waiting lists, others are open to anyone who can pay so they should be screened for good management.
LYDIA'S HOUSE
PO Box 2722 63116
www.lydiashouse.org 314-771-4411
Safe, confidential apartments and longer term medical, legal, and other services for abused women and children.
They now have a program that allows residents to keep their pets.
MARYGROVE
2705 Mullanphy Ln. Florissant 63031
www.marygrovechildren.org 314-830-6201
Transitional housing and crisis care for children who are in need of emergency care due to homelessness, potential abuse/neglect, parental stress, family illness, incarceration of a parent/guardian, etc.
MARY RYDER HOME
4361 Olive St 63108
www.maryryderhome.org 314-531-2981
A nonprofit residential care facility that provides low-income senior women a safe home, nutritional meals, medical care, and programs and services focused on promoting healthy aging.
MOVE: MISSOURI VETERANS ENDEAVOR
8410 Engler Park Ct.
St. John 63114
www.move-stl.org 314-778-9497
Provides long-term supportive housing and comprehensive services to veterans and family members.
OXFORD HOUSE
2715 Osage St. 63118
www.oxfordhouse.org 314-772-6771
National, self run, self supported, addiction recovery houses. Clients age 21 and older are eligible for subsidized rent and meals in separate buildings and programs for men and women. There are additional locations throughout the area. Call or check their websites under Houses/Directory to find Missouri locations.
PETER & PAUL COMMUNITY SERVICES
1025 Park (Soulard) 63104
Shelter address is 1919 S. 7th. 63104
www.ppcsinc.org 314-588-7111 (Main number) 314-621-5520
Candidates for the transitional program must be sober and drug-free for a minimum of 30 days and have a willingness to continue treatment. Housing Helpline referral is required. (314-802-5444)
Longer Term Transitional Housing:
Peter & Paul Community Services
2612 Wyoming Street 63118-2402
ROSATI APARTMENTS AND GROUP HOME
4218 North Grand 63107
www.stpatrickcenter.org 314-371-0586 or 314-802-0700
Supportive services and housing for clients referred by the St. Louis Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center.
Operated through St. Patrick Center.
RAINBOW VILLAGE
1240 Dautel Ln. 63146
www.rbvstl.org 314-567-1522
Neighborhood homes for people with developmental disabilities in the St. Louis area.
RECOVERY HOUSE
www.recoverystl.com 314-884-0747
Transitional living and supportive housing for men in recovery from alcohol and drugs. Visit website for requirements and rental fees. Several locations in the St. Louis area.
Recovery House is a project of ARCHWAY INSTITUTE, an advocacy outreach program that also provides financial assistance for substance abuse treatment. Visit their website for requirements and application.
www.thearchwayinstitute.org
RENTAL ASSISTANCE
http://rentassistance.org/missouri-programs.html
This website lists many Missouri cities and the assistance programs available. Includes more than housing programs. Here's a link for Illinois programs.
html://rentassistance.org/illinois-programs.html
SALVATION ARMY ADULT REHAB CENTER
3949 Forest Park Ave. 63108
314-535-0057
Provides residential treatment and work in addition to group and individual therapy.
SALVATION ARMY FAMILY HAVEN
10740 West Page Ave. 63132
314-423-7770
A 74-bed transitional housing resource for women and children with various programs focused on family stability.
Alcohol & Drug Treatment (NON-RESIDENTIAL), Community Recreation Programs, Counseling Services, Day Care Programs (CHILDREN), Domestic Violence, Emergency Assistance, Health Services, Housing/Residential (EMERGENCY SHELTER), Housing/Residential (TRANSITIONAL HOUSING)
SAINTS JOACHIM & ANN CARE SERVICE
4116 McClay Road . St. Charles, MO 63304
www.jacares.org 636-441-1302
Housing Assistance, Children and Family Development, Food Pantry, Adopt-A-Family, Workforce Development
Disaster Relief.
ST. LOUIS HOPE HOUSE
1611 Hodiamont Ave. 63112
www.hopehousestl.com 314-382-3801
Hope House offers 50 transitional housing apartments for homeless families, comprehensive social services, family development, vocational and educational counseling, housing placement assistance, on-site living skills classes, and day care center. Clients must be prior St. Louis City residents and in a shelter for 15-30 days or referred by the Housing Resource Center.
ST. LOUIS HOUSING AUTHORITY
St. Louis City: 3520 Page Blvd. 63106
www.slha.org 314-531-4770
Section 8 Waiting List: 314-286-4361
St. Louis County Housing Authority: 8865 Natural Bridge Rd 63121
www.haslc.com 314-428-3200
East St. Louis Housing Authority
700 N 20th St, East St Louis, IL 62205
www.eslha.org 618-215-6759
VOYCE
www.voycestl.org
Advocacy and information on assisted living in the St. Louis area.
YWCA-PHYLLIS WHEATLEY
2711 Locust 63103
314-533-9400 Ext. 227
The facility provides apartments for single women for up to two years. Personal and career development services include: case management services, GED certification, educational and vocational assessment, counseling, job readiness training, job search and referrals, life skills. Call the above number for admission requirements.
ZILLOW
Rental network and real estate website.
www.zillow.com