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Resources for County Residents

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A Place to Call Home

If you’re a renter or homeowner, or a first-time home buyer, we understand that you’re looking for a place to call home. A home can mean different things to different people on the outside, but ultimately, it’s a place of warmth, welcome, and safety.

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Renters »

Finding a place to rent can be a challenge, but Alameda County provides many services to help lighten the burden for low-income and extremely low-income renters.

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Homeowners and Home Buyers »

Alameda County Housing and Community Development (HCD) has a commitment to ensuring equitable homeownership for all our residents.

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Rental Property Providers and Owners »

Alameda County has many property owners that provide places to live though rental units, rooms, accessory dwelling units, and homes.

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Homeless and Unsheltered »

When that one thing happens that makes you lose your home, where can you turn? Here are links to finding help with landlords, legal help, and where to go to find assistance.