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Seattle Housing Authority
SHA provides long term, affordable rental housing and rental assistance to more than 37,500 people in Seattle. The agency owns and operates over 8,500 apartments and single-family homes across 376 sites throughout the city. In addition, SHA administers more than 11,500 Housing Choice Vouchers, enabling low-income residents to access housing with other landlords.
Nearly 80 percent of those served are children, older adults or individuals with disabilities, and one in ten students in Seattle Public Schools lives in SHA supported housing.
SHA believes housing is the foundation for opportunity. In partnership with community organizations, the agency provides supportive services that strengthen residents’ education, employment prospects, financial stability, health and overall well-being. These efforts help individuals and families build greater stability and opportunity.
SHA is an independent public corporation funded primarily by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Nearly 80 percent of those served are children, older adults or individuals with disabilities, and one in ten students in Seattle Public Schools lives in SHA supported housing.
SHA believes housing is the foundation for opportunity. In partnership with community organizations, the agency provides supportive services that strengthen residents’ education, employment prospects, financial stability, health and overall well-being. These efforts help individuals and families build greater stability and opportunity.
SHA is an independent public corporation funded primarily by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Values
- Seattle Housing Authority Values
- As stewards of the public trust, we pursue our mission and responsibilities in a spirit of service, teamwork, and respect. We embrace the values of excellence, collaboration, innovation and appreciation.