Resources

Whether you’re a renter looking for your next home, a small landlord seeking to connect with prospective tenants, or a community partner supporting housing stability, this page lists key local resources in Portage, Michigan and the surrounding area.

Resources for Portage Renters

For a great summary of programs that can help renters in Portage looking for guidance on anything from tenant-landlord disputes to housing discrimination to preventing utility shut-offs, check out the Housing Assistance page developed by Portage's Department of Community Development: https://www.portagemi.gov/243/Housing-Assistance.

Rent & Utility Assistance

Portage Community Center – Offers emergency assistance for utilities and eviction prevention for Portage residents.
Housing Resources, Inc (Kalamazoo County) - Helps with rental, utility assistance and affordable housing.
Fair Housing Center of Southwest Michigan – Helps with housing discrimination and landlord/tenant rights.

Additional Renter Education & Tools

Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) – Statewide renter & landlord resources, like free online guides around renter rights, moving checklists, budgeting.
Michigan Legal Help - Create letters to your landlord communicating a need for repairs and more.

Resources for Portage Landlords & Property Owners

Financial & Property Improvement Assistance

City of Portage Housing Assistance Programs – Income‐eligible homeowners in Portage can access emergency repair grants and rehab loans.

Property Management & Compliance

City of Portage Neighborhood Support Program – Guidance on maintaining property and complying with local codes.
Michigan Legal Help - Landlord guide, rights and responsibilities.

If you’re a housing services organization working in the Portage area and you’d like to be included on this page or list your property, please contact us through the contact form in the footer with your organization name, service description, and contact information.