Multnomah County Eviction Prevention / Emergency Rent Assistance
Emergency rent help to stop eviction
What it pays or provides
This isn't a single check you apply for directly — it's crisis support and landlord negotiation, plus step-by-step help applying for emergency rent assistance, and connections to other basic-needs resources if you're facing eviction.
Who qualifies
You qualify for immediate help if you've received an eviction notice, a written notice to vacate, or you're at high risk of losing your housing within the next 21 days.
Where you have to live
You must be a renter in Multnomah County.
How to apply
Contact 211info first — it's the front door for this help. Call 211 (toll-free), text your zip code to 898211, email help@211info.org (Monday through Friday, 8am to 6pm), or go to 211info.org. 211info connects you to eviction-prevention and rent-assistance resources, including step-by-step help with your application.
Sources
- Multnomah County eviction prevention & rent assistance
- Official rule text “If you have received an eviction notice, a written notice to vacate, or are at high risk of losing your housing within the next 21 days, immediate help is available.” (checked July 5, 2026)
- Official rule text “For housing or rent assistance to prevent an eviction, Contact 211info.” (checked July 19, 2026)