Renter Resources
ACER (African Career, Education, & Resources Inc. )
Issue-based community organization working to uplift and amplify the African Diaspora to build power for systemic change that advances racial and economic equity in our communities.
Attorney General Tenant Rights and Tenant Rights Law Help MN Your rights as a tenant/renter.
Attorney General’s Office Tenant Reporting Form This form is for tenants in Minnesota to report a concern regarding their landlord. They cannot respond to all reports but will use reports to identify potential violations and monitor emerging problems. 651-296-3353
Beyond Backgrounds for Renters
Do landlords ask you to pay a double deposit, or extra money up front, because of issues in your background? Beyond Backgrounds makes it more likely that a landlord will relax their screening criteria and rent to you! Email: beyondbackgrounds@housinglink.org; or call 612-522-2500
Conflict Resolution Center
Available for pre-scheduled mediation sessions between neighbors, friends, co-workers, landlord/tenants and more. Typically available 9-5, Monday-Friday, 612-822-9883
Hennepin County Emergency Assistance
When Hennepin County residents are in a financial crisis that poses a direct threat to their health or safety, the county may be able to help by providing short-term aid.
612-596-1900
Home Line Free Tenant Hotline
Legal advice, organizing and advocacy for tenants in Minnesota. Leave a message, you will receive a call back within a week.
English 612-728-5767
HOME Line ofrece servicios en español 612-255-8870
HOME Line waxay bixisaa adeeg ku baxa Afka-Soomaaliga. Af- Soomaali wac 612-255-8860. Peb lub koom haum
HOME Line muaj neeg txhais lus Hmoob. Hais lus Hmoob, Hu 612-255-7104
INQUILINXS UNIDXS POR JUSTICIA UNITED RENTERS FOR JUSTICE
Si tiene necesidades de vivienda de emergencia, estos recursos pueden ayudarle a conectarse con sus vecines y trabajar juntes para transformar su vivienda.
These resources may be able to help you connect with your neighbors to transform your housing.
Legal Rights Center
Free Legal Services 612-337-0030
Latino or immigrant support: 612-677-2127
Native or Youth support: 612-677-2122
African American or youth support: 612-677-2123
Lutheran Social Services of MN
Helping Minnesotans achieve stable housing is our primary goal in our Prevention Program.
612-879-5266
Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid
Whether it’s an issue of safety, shelter, income, or health, we’re here to help.
Minneapolis 311
If you’re a renter in Minneapolis and there’s an issue inside or outside your rental unit, contact Minneapolis 311. Call 311 or 612-673-3000, 7-7, Monday-Friday. Warbixin iyo Macluumaadka Magaalada Minneapolis Fadlan Wac 311. Si desea recibir asistencia gratuita para traducir cualquier información que aparece en este sitio, llame al 311 o 612-673-3000. 7-7 Monday-Friday
Minnesota Emergency Assistance
Emergency Assistance helps with payments, such as past due rent, to stop evictions or foreclosure. It can also be used for utilities when there is a threat of disconnection. Asistencia de Emergencia ayuda con los pagos de vivienda, como los pagos de renta atrasados, para prevenir los desalojos o ejecuciones hipotecarias. También se puede utilizar para servicios públicos cuando existe una amenaza de desconexión.
United Way 2-1-1
Free and confidential health and human services info 24/7 to connect you with the resources and information you need. Call 2-1-1 or 651-291-0211
Volunteer Lawyers Network
Si desea saber si podemos ayudarle, favor llame a la línea de admisión al 612-752-6677
Provides civil legal services to low-income people through volunteer attorneys, 612-752-6677
Xcel Energy Assistance Options
1-800-895-4999