Finding Affordable Housing

Richmond has different types of affordable housing for people with low or middle incomes. This includes individuals, families, people with disabilities, and seniors.

There are three main types of affordable housing available in Richmond:

• Non-market/subsidized housing - These homes have the lowest rents to help people with low incomes. They are run by groups like BC Housing and Metro Vancouver, or by non-profit housing providers. 
  
• Low-End Market Rental (LEMR) Housing - Homes for people with low to moderate incomes. These rentals are managed by non-profit housing providers or private landlords.
• Housing co-operatives (co-ops) - In these homes, the people who live there help make decisions and run things together. Co-ops usually offer stable and lower-cost housing.
  
  

How to Apply for Affordable Housing

The City of Richmond publishes the Affordable Housing Guide, which provides a comprehensive list of affordable housing options in Richmond.

Affordable Housing Guide Information on how to apply, who is eligible, and where to find affordable housing.

• To apply for subsidized rental units provided by BC Housing, apply online to BC Housing’s Housing Registry or call 604-433-2218.
• To apply for below market rental units provided by Metro Vancouver Housing Corporation (MVHC), apply to Metro Vancouver Housing online or call 604-432-6300.
• To apply for a LEMR unit or Co-op, contact the building operator directly. Each operator has their own application process and waiting list.

Seniors needing help finding or applying for housing can call 604-279-7020 to get help from Richmond Cares Richmond Gives.

For more information, including eligibility details and contact information for each building, view the Affordable Housing Guide.

Upcoming and Available Affordable Housing

You can find a list of upcoming affordable homes below. The list shows affordable homes that are recently built or under construction.

If you are interested in a specific building, contact the building operator directly to ask about availability and how to apply.

Richmond Affordable Housing Map

This map shows where affordable rental buildings are located. Click on the button below to discover locations:


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