Renter Resources for Milwaukee County

Finding a safe, affordable place to live can be a challenge—but Milwaukee County offers a range of services and programs to support renters. Whether you’re looking for housing assistance, facing a housing crisis, or trying to understand your rights as a tenant, the resources below can help.

Emergency Rental Assistance

Community Advocates Rental Help / Rental Housing Resource Center

The Milwaukee Rental Housing Resource Center is a collaborative one‑stop hub—both physical and online—designed to support tenants and landlords facing rental housing challenges in Milwaukee County. Their mission is to serve as a trusted convener for the rental housing ecosystem—connecting individuals to resources, education, and support that prevent eviction for all demographics.

Website: https://www.renthelpmke.org/

Phone: (414) 895-RENT (7368)

Metropolitan Milwaukee Fair Housing Council Understand your rights as a renter and get support if you believe you’ve experienced housing discrimination. The Fair Housing Council offers education, investigation, and advocacy. The Fair Housing Council's mission is to promote fair housing across Wisconsin by combating illegal discrimination and fostering racially and economically integrated communities

Website: https://www.fairhousingwisconsin.com/

Phone: 414-278-1240

Street Outreach Team

Milwaukee County's Street Outreach Team is dedicated to assisting individuals experiencing homelessness by providing direct support.

If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness, contact the Street Outreach team.

Phone: (414) 263‑0989

Email: outreach@milwaukeecountywi.gov

Additional resources within Milwaukee County cities:

https://apartments.greendale.org/
https://apartments.greenfieldwi.gov/
https://apartments.oakcreekwi.gov/
https://apartments.southmilwaukee.gov/