northern virginia (nova) HOUSING RESOURCES
VIRGINIA FAMILY SERVICES (NVFS)
One of the largest human services nonprofits in the region. Offers rental assistance, eviction prevention, and housing counseling for low-income families across Prince William, Fairfax, and Loudoun counties.
FAIRFAX COUNTY HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Administers Section 8 / Housing Choice Vouchers, the Fairfax County Rental Program, and emergency rental assistance directly for low-income Fairfax residents.
COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD
Focuses on housing support for low-income individuals with mental health, substance use, or disability challenges. Connects clients to subsidized and supportive housing units in Alexandria.
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY OFFICE
OF HOUSING
Manages affordable housing programs, homebuyer assistance, and rental subsidies for low-income Prince William County residents including Manassas and Woodbridge.
Senior / Elderly Focused HOUSING RESOURCES
VIRGINIA AREA AGENCY ON AGING (NVAAA)
Covers Arlington, Fairfax, Alexandria, Falls Church, and Loudoun. Connects seniors to subsidized housing lists, home repair assistance, and legal help for tenants facing eviction.
SERVICES OF ALEXANDRIA
Provides case management, emergency financial assistance, and housing navigation specifically for low-income seniors in Alexandria. Also runs a home repair program so elderly residents can safely age in place.
Fairfax County
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Public Housing & Vouchers: Check waitlist openings and search FCRHA-owned properties via the Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority
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General Finding Tools: View available privately-owned committed affordable units on the Fairfax County Housing & Community Development Site
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Non-profit Support: For emergency housing and supported family options, reach out to Cornerstones or Northern Virginia Family Services.
Arlington County
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Housing Grants & Vouchers: Review county-operated rental subsidies and the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program through the Arlington County Rental Services.
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Committed Affordable Apartments: Browse the county's list of committed affordable dwelling units on the Arlington County Affordable Units page.
City of Alexandria
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Public & Subsidized Housing: Apply for public housing programs and Section 8 via the Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority.
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Housing Services: Download the local resource guide and apply for units via the City of Alexandria Office of Housing.
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Community Developers: Check for available units and homeownership programs at Housing Alexandria.
Loudoun and Prince William Counties
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Loudoun County: Explore affordable housing resources, including down payment assistance and rental programs, through the Loudoun County Department of Housing & Community Development.
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Regional Housing Search: To search for income-restricted rentals across all of Northern Virginia, use the Virginia Housing Search database.