Afghan Refugee Housing

Columbus REALTORS® Partners with
City of Columbus on Afghan Housing Initiatives

We Need You!

Afghan Neighbors Rental Assistance Fund

As community advocates, dedicated to fostering diversity and opportunity in central Ohio housing, Columbus REALTORS® is proud to partner with the City of Columbus, Columbus Apartment Association (CAA), US Together, and Community Refugee & Immigration Services (CRIS) to secure housing for 520 families.

Spearheaded by Councilmember and REALTOR®, Emmanuel Remy, The City of Columbus has committed to providing rental assistance for twelve month leases through the Afghan Rental Assistance Fund, while families find permanent placement and full time employment within our community.

While it is anticipated that all lessees will be able to meet their rent obligations, CRIS and The City seek to provide assurance to local landlords and property owners willing to lease to the families.

Additionally, CAA has agreed for those landlords willing to participate, any application fees will be waived and the US background process accepted, in lieu of a typical background check.

*Important! CRIS is in immediate need of a 4 bedroom ranch-style or wheelchair accessible home for a very deserving family whose son has special needs. Please contact Ida Seitter asap if you are willing to help!*

  • Resettlement Agencies:  Provide to property owners/managers
  • Columbus Apartment Association:  Share with membership and/or specific property owners/managers who are potential partners
  • Columbus REALTORS:  Share with membership and/or specific propertyowners/managers who are potential partners

Resettlement agencies are seeking the following Homes:

  • 1 bedroom
  • 2 bedroom
  • 3 bedroom
  • Single family homes (critical need)
  • 3 children under 10 YO to be permitted in one bedroom
  • Leases that won’t require co-signers
  • All Central Ohio areas will be appreciated; however, the following areas would be ideal:
    • Northwest Columbus (i.e. 43235 or near)
    • Far West (i.e. 43228 or near)

Contacts:

This letter is dated to reflect the date that Columbus City Council voted on and approved the creation of this fund.

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