Need rent help in Arizona? Start with the programs and local providers below. Funding is limited and details can change.
Important: Lux AZ Rentals does not run these programs and cannot approve or guarantee assistance. Programs open and close as funding changes. Always confirm eligibility and hours with the provider. If you are a Lux resident behind on rent, contact your property manager through the contact page or resident portal as well.
Start here
- 2-1-1 Arizona — dial 211 or visit the website for statewide referrals to local help.
- Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) the Arizona Rental Assistance Program has ended; new applications were not accepted after August 31, 2024.
- HUD Arizona — general housing help and housing-counseling referrals.
Existing applicants can check status at the ERA login or call 1-833-912-0878. If you do not have an open case, start with 211 and the city/CAP options below.
City and county providers
Phoenix
City of Phoenix Human Services / Family Services Centers — crisis rent and utility help for Phoenix residents. Call 602-534-2433 (602-534-AIDE) or 1-866-882-1778. Appointments often open Monday at 8 a.m.
Chandler, Sun Lakes, Queen Creek and Gilbert
AZCEND Community Action Program — rent and utility help for Chandler, Sun Lakes, Queen Creek (and Gilbert per CAP listings). 345 S California St, Chandler, AZ 85225 · 480-963-1423.
Mesa
MesaCAN (A New Leaf) — rent and utility help for Mesa residents; appointment line often the first Thursday of the month: 480-750-9228.
City of Mesa / Mesa Cares — check for current Mesa Cares and emergency-assistance portals.
Tempe
Tempe Community Action Agency (TCAA) rent and utility programs for Tempe renters. Help with Bills: 480-389-1375.
Glendale
City of Glendale Community Action Program (CAP) — utility assistance may be open when rental funds are exhausted; check current status. Call 623-930-2854.
Other Maricopa County communities
Maricopa County Human Services / CAP offices — rental help for county residents outside Phoenix, Mesa and Glendale.
Faith-based and nonprofit help
- Society of St. Vincent de Paul (Catholic) — one-time rent and utility help via local church conferences. Use the map or call 211 for the chapter serving your address.
- The Salvation Army — Phoenix Family Services — rental and utility assistance for City of Phoenix residents (limited, first-come); call 602-267-4127.
- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS / Mormon) — local bishop or ward welfare assistance, including help with basic needs. Find a meetinghouse and contact the bishopric through the welfare and self-reliance page or meetinghouse locator. Assistance is not guaranteed.
- Other Christian churches — many congregations have benevolence funds. Call the church nearest you or dial 211 for faith-based referrals.
Also useful
Arizona Department of Housing — rental assistance and eviction-prevention directory for Maricopa County resources.
Frequently asked questions
Where should I start if I need rent assistance?
Dial 211 or visit 2-1-1 Arizona for statewide referrals, then check the provider serving your city or county.
Can I apply for the Arizona Rental Assistance Program?
DES says the Arizona Rental Assistance Program has ended and new applications were not accepted after August 31, 2024. Existing applicants should check the ERA login or call 1-833-912-0878.
Do these programs guarantee rent payment?
No. Funding is limited, programs can open or close, and each provider determines eligibility. Confirm current details directly with the provider.
What if I rent with Lux AZ Rentals and I am behind on rent?
Contact your property manager through the resident portal or our contact page as well as seeking outside resources.
Can Lux apply for assistance for me?
No. Lux AZ Rentals does not run these programs and cannot approve or guarantee assistance. Contact the provider directly.
Lux resident help
If you rent with Lux AZ, contact your property manager through the resident portal or call the office on your lease. If you are looking for a home, see our available rentals or return to the Lux AZ Rentals homepage.