How We Work Together
Milwaukee Rental Housing Resource Center (MKE RHRC) is a collaborative network of local housing and related assistance programs. Our vision is to bring together the resources and organizations that successfully guide residents through a variety of rental housing related issues. From understanding your rental housing rights, to finding legal and mediation services, better understanding how to access rental assistance, and accessing training and education, MKE RHRC brings the expertise of several area housing experts under one roof.
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Community Advocates provides individuals and families with advocacy and services to meet their basic needs so they may live in dignity. Their work is grounded in ensuring individuals and families have safe and stable housing. They provide assistance and advocacy for people experiencing challenges with energy bills, rental housing, homelessness, domestic violence, substance use disorders, and mental health issues.
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Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee provides free legal assistance to low-income residents of Milwaukee County facing civil legal issues, including disputes with landlords over evictions, repairs, security deposits, and more. Founded in 1916, it is one of the nation’s oldest public interest law firms, committed to preventing injustice on a case-by-case basis.
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Legal Action of Wisconsin provides free civil legal services to Wisconsin clients at the most vulnerable times in their lives. We believe that equal justice should have no price tag for low-income people. As the state’s largest nonprofit law firm, Legal Action’s services are provided free of charge to eligible clients. Common cases include housing, public benefits, family law, barriers to employment, consumer issues and more.
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Mediate Wisconsin (locally known as Mediate Milwaukee) offers free, neutral mediation services to help landlords and tenants resolve disputes and avoid preventable evictions. Their trained mediators facilitate open dialogue and empower both parties to find mutually agreeable solutions tailored to their unique situations.
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The Rental Property Association of Wisconsin (formerly the Apartment Association of Southeastern Wisconsin or AASEW) provides education, legislative support, and networking opportunities for landlords in Milwaukee and surrounding areas. Founded in 1974, it is the oldest and largest apartment owner trade association in Southeastern Wisconsin.
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The City of Milwaukee’s Department of Neighborhood Services works to build safe, healthy neighborhoods by protecting property values and encouraging investment. It offers training and immediate, factual guidance to both tenants and property owners, helping them understand their rights and responsibilities and resolve issues collaboratively.
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Milwaukee County Housing Division (MCHD) supports residents facing homelessness or housing instability through a range of services, including eviction prevention, housing navigation, and outreach. MCHD champions Housing First principles and leads efforts like the Milwaukee County Outreach Collaborative to promote housing justice and decriminalize homelessness. It also manages programs such as Section 8, My Home, and a new Real Estate Department focused on property acquisition.
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UEDA strengthens Wisconsin’s community and economic development sector by fostering collaboration and advocating for sustainable housing, transportation, financial empowerment, and small business growth. Since 2019, UEDA has facilitated the MKE RHRC, supporting its development and ongoing coordination to address eviction impacts and housing instability in Milwaukee. It also provides project support to the MKE RHRC and its Advisory Network.
