Social housing is accommodation which people on low incomes can afford to live in. It is different to privately rented housing.
There are rules about who is able to apply for social housing, and accommodation is usually allocated to households based on their level of need. This doesn't happen with privately rented accommodation.
Social housing is sometimes also known as 'council housing'. However, in Middlesbrough, the council doesn't provide any social housing; it is all owned and managed by registered providers (often called housing associations).
Housing associations are independent, not-for-profit organisations, which means that any surplus money they make must be invested back into maintaining existing homes and helping to pay for new ones. Housing associations are regulated and funded by the Homes and Communities Agency, which is responsible for the construction of new social housing.
Housing for older people and people who need extra support
Thirteen has a range of housing options for older people, and those who may need extra support, for example because of a learning difficulty or health condition. Find out more about Thirteen's housing for older people and people who need extra support.
Get social housing in Middlesbrough
The majority of local social housing vacancies are advertised by Tees Valley Home Finder. Details of how to apply for social housing are available on their website.
Below is a list of providers who let at least half of their properties through Tees Valley Home Finder: