The County’s Housing Grants Program provides rental assistance to low-income Arlington residents. These grants cover a portion of monthly rent, depending on household income, household size and rent amount. Applicants must meet income requirements and personal assets may not exceed $35,000.
Eligibility Requirements
This program serves Arlington renters who are:
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65 years or older
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Totally and permanently disabled
- Working families with at least one child under age 18
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Clients and patients of a County-operated or County-supported mental health program
- For additional guidance please see Houisng Grants – Administative Regulations Rev 7-1-2019
Income Guidelines
Maximum allowable gross income from all sources is as follows (however, depending on ages of household members and apartment rent, actual income limits may be less):
| Household Size | Annual Income Limits |
| 1 | $36,125 |
| 2 | $41,268 |
| 3 | $46,410 |
| 4 | $51,553 |
| 5 | $55,718 |
| 6 | $59,840 |
| 7 | $63,963 |
| 8 or more | $68,085 |
Where to Apply
Department of Human Services
2100 Washington Blvd., 3rd floor
Arlington, VA 22204
703-228-1350
TTY 703-228-1398