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Rental Assistance Program - City of Chicago - DFSS - Garfield Community Service Center

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Resource Name:Rental Assistance Program - City of Chicago - DFSS - Garfield Community Service Center

address

10 South Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60612

Eligibility

  • Must be a City of Chicago resident- Must be at risk of becoming homeless due to eviction, loss of income, or other emergency- Household income must be at or below 30% of the Area Median Income (AMI), as defined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)- Must demonstrate the ability to sustain housing after assistance is provided- Current landlord muse complete the RAP requirementsIndividuals affected by gender-based violence, fire, flood, landlord foreclosure, or those required by court order to vacate an uninhabitable unit are encouraged to visit the nearest Community Service Center (CSC) to apply for rental assistance. Please note that funding is limited and subject to availability.

Hours

Mon 9:00am - 5:00pm Tue 9:00am - 5:00pm Wed 9:00am - 5:00pm Thu 9:00am - 5:00pm Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm

Languages

Spanish, English

Application process

After reviewing the eligibility requirements above and confirming that you qualify, applications can begin by visiting the online portal. Applicants seeking assistance with completing an application can visit the website to access online resources that further detail the application process. Applicants may also contact the nearest Community Service Center (CSC) to receive in-person assistance.

Fees

Free

Service area

Chicago, IL
The Rental Assistance Program (RAP) provides funding to Chicagoans who are at risk of becoming homeless. RAP helps Chicagoans who have housing right now, but who may become homeless soon because they are experiencing a temporary loss or reduction in income that makes it difficult to pay rent. This program is intended to provide short-term support while promoting long-term housing stability.RAP is open to all Chicago residents regardless of legal immigration status. Rental assistance is not a "public-charge" benefit. If you are a person living with HIV, specific resources are available by calling the HIV Resource Coordination Hub at 1-844-HUB-4040.

Date of Last Formal Update

06/02/2026

Data provided by

211 Metro Chicago

Providing organization

City of Chicago Department Of Family And Support Services
City of Chicago Department Of Family And Support Services (DFSS) works with community partners to connect Chicago residents and families to resources that build stability, support their well-being, and empower them to thrive.