Where to Get Help Paying Rent in Marshall County, Alabama
Marshall County doesn't have a single central rental assistance office — what it has is a spread of programs run through the county's community action agency, the Salvation Army, several housing authorities, and a handful of local nonprofits. The list below is a verified set of places to contact if you're behind on rent, at risk of eviction, or need help with a security deposit.
Funding at most of these programs is limited and given on a case-by-case basis, so calling early matters. If you want a broader referral set to other organizations that may offer rental assistance beyond what's here, United Way of Marshall County runs a 211 line at (256) 582-4700 — but the programs listed on this page include contacts that don't always appear in that database.
Emergency rent assistance
Community Action Agency of Northeast Alabama (CAANEAL) — Marshall County Office
The primary community action agency serving Marshall County. Through CSBG Direct Aid and the GROW (Gaining Resources, Opportunities, and Well-Being) self-sufficiency program, CAANEAL offers rental assistance, security deposit help, and housing counseling for low-income residents. Assistance is offered as funding allows throughout the program year; appointments are required and can be scheduled online or by phone. Contact: 8180 A US Highway 431, Albertville, AL 35950 | (256) 638-4430. Website: https://www.caaneal.org/jefferson-county-copy.
Salvation Army of Marshall County
May provide one-time emergency rent assistance to residents in a documented crisis, generally limited to once per year per household. Also offers food assistance, transitional housing referrals, and other support services for Marshall County families. Call ahead to confirm current rental assistance availability before visiting. Contact: 1615 Henry Street (Hwy 69), Guntersville, AL 35976 | (256) 582-0536
Marshall County DHR (Department of Human Resources)
The state agency administering TANF cash assistance, SNAP, and related programs. TANF cash grants, when approved, can help cover rent, moving costs, and basic housing needs for qualifying low-income families with children. Also screens residents for utility assistance through LIHEAP. Contact: 180 Bluff Road, Guntersville, AL 35976 | (256) 582-7100. Website: https://dhr.alabama.gov
Christian Community Outreach
A faith-based nonprofit providing limited direct aid for rent and utilities when funds are available. Note: this organization primarily serves residents in the Geraldine, Crossville, Martling, and Asbury communities within Marshall County — confirm your area is covered before applying. Contact: 251 County Road 142, Albertville, AL 35951 | (256) 659-6802
Section 8 and subsidized housing
Marshall County has four separate public housing authorities. Each administers its own waiting list for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, which is a form of long term rent assistance, and public housing. Contact the authority closest to where you live to check current waiting list status and application procedures.
Albertville Housing Authority
Administers Section 8 vouchers and public housing for the Albertville area. Rated a high performer by HUD.
711 S. Broad Street, Albertville, AL 35950 | (256) 878-2641
Guntersville Housing Authority
Provides 350 units of public housing and 174 Section 8 vouchers for Guntersville-area residents. Contact directly for current waiting list status.
1205 Wyeth Drive, Guntersville, AL 35976 | (256) 582-4331. Website: https://guntersvilleha.org/
Boaz Housing Authority
Administers public housing and Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers for the Boaz area, one of the larger housing authorities in the county.
400 Woodley Terrace, Boaz, AL 35957 | (256) 593-5824
Arab Housing Authority
Serves Arab and surrounding Marshall County communities with public housing and Section 8 vouchers.
720 Cullman Road, Arab, AL 35016 | (256) 586-5904
Veterans housing and rental assistance programs
Priority Veteran
A VA-funded Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program serving all of Alabama, including Marshall County. Assists veterans and their families who are homeless or at immediate risk of losing housing, through one-on-one case management, help with back rent, security deposits, benefits navigation, employment support, and financial coaching. Free to qualifying veterans; some financial assistance may require a co-payment based on income. Toll-free: (866) 460-3827. Website: https://www.priorityveteran.org.
Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs — Guntersville Service Office
Provides benefits counseling, claims assistance, and referrals to housing and rental support programs for Marshall County veterans. Can connect veterans to additional state and federal VA housing resources. Contact: 424 Blount Avenue, Guntersville, AL 35976 | (256) 571-7761. Website: https://va.alabama.gov
Free legal help for renters
Legal Services Alabama — Huntsville Office
Provides free civil legal aid to low-income Marshall County residents facing eviction, unsafe housing conditions, housing discrimination, or landlord-tenant disputes. Income limits apply; seniors 60 and older may qualify regardless of income under elder law grants. Apply by phone through the centralized intake line or apply online.
- Intake (English): (866) 456-4995 | Intake (Spanish): (888) 835-3505
- Huntsville office: 2409 Commerce Court SW, Huntsville, AL 35801 | (256) 536-9645
- Website: https://legalservicesalabama.org
Transitional shelter
Marshall County Home Place
A nonprofit transitional housing program for homeless Marshall County families, with a mission of providing a path to permanent housing and self-sufficiency with future help in the form of referrals to security deposit or first months rent payment help. Contact for housing intake. Contact: 1221 Blount Avenue, Guntersville, AL 35976 | (256) 582-2360. Website: https://www.marshallcountyhomeplace.org
Room in the Inn — Marshall County
A cold-weather emergency shelter program organized through Marshall County Homeless Ministries, operating as a cooperative of local churches. Located at FUMC Youth Services Building. Contact: 539 Blount Avenue, Guntersville, AL 35976 | (256) 582-2001
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