Subsidized Housing

Rental assistance programs

How to Apply

For all programs, you meet the following basic eligibility requirements:

Completion of the application and all other necessary forms: follow the links below to access the application for each program
Submission of all required documents: Photo ID’s, Birth Certs/Social Security cards.
Verification of Eligible Immigration status – If not a US citizen, verification documenting legal residency of the United States.
Pass background check- applicants must not have engaged in violent criminal activity or committed drug crimes in the last 3 years . Denied applicants may request an informal hearing, as detailed in our FAQ. Sexual offenders and those convicted of meth production in assisted housing units are not eligible for housing programs.

Step 1: Note the Current Income Threshold

Our voucher programs and rental units require certain income limits. Refer to the table below as you decide which programs to apply for. These limits are updated each year by state and federal government.

Step 2: Apply for All Programs that Interest You

We encourage you to apply for as many programs as you feel you’re eligible for by following the links below. Since many of our programs have years-long waitlists, you can apply even if you aren’t sure you are 100% eligible, as your situation may change.

When an applicant reaches the top of the waitlist, MHA staff will send a full application

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Working with a Private Landlord

Housing Choice Vouchers

Working with a Private Landlord

The City of Missoula and within a 10-mile radius outside the city limits

Affordable private-market housing for low-income families and individuals
Rent from a private landlord of their choice who is willing to participate in the Housing Choice program
Participants pay 30% of their income toward rent
Wait time of 1 to 4 years.

Working with a Private Landlord

1 bedroom units, 2 bedroom units, 3+ bedroom units

MHA Homes

1 bedroom units, 2 bedroom units, 3+ bedroom units

Located throughout Missoula

Applicants must be at or below 50% of the area median income. Tenants pay 30% of their income toward housing.

178+ apartments, duplexes, and single family homes throughout Missoula
Applicants are offered a specific unit when a vacancy is open

1 bedroom units, 2 bedroom units, 3+ bedroom units

Support with Homelessness

Uptown Apartments

Support with Homelessness

329 Woody Street

A renovated motel that provides permanent housing for single homeless individuals only.
14 full apartments with bathrooms and kitchen areas
Free on-site laundry facilities
Parking
Internet

Support with Homelessness

3+ bedroom units

Maclay Commons

3+ bedroom units

2405 McIntosh Loop

3- and 4-bedroom units
Duplex style homes
On-site parking
Washer/Dryer hookups, dishwasher in unit
Community center

3+ bedroom units

Silvertip Apartments

1311 E. Broadway St.

PBRA Project-Based Rental Assistance. Applicants must be at or below 50% of the area median income for the 8 PBRA units. Tenants pay 30% of their income toward rent.
1- and 2-bedroom units
On-site management
Washer/dryer, microwave, and dishwasher in unit
Near the University
Direct access to the Clark Fork River trail system