About
About Common Ground
Common Ground is a set of free tools for anyone looking for housing or assistance, and for anyone who helps others find it. It brings rental availability, Fair Market Rent context and community services together in one place.
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Rental Map
A map of 5,700+ rental properties with availability, bedroom counts and rents, compared against the 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent. Section 8 acceptance, student housing and post-fire rebuilds are identified on the map.
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Community Resources
A directory of 3,000+ services in 16 categories — including food, shelter, medical care, legal aid, employment and family services — with hours and contact details.
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Work Hub
A case-management tool for anyone who manages a housing caseload: clients, households, tasks, meetings and reports. The caseload is stored in a file on your own computer and is never transmitted to this website.
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Data and accuracy
Listings and service details are compiled from public sources and reviewed by staff. Availability and hours change frequently; please confirm details directly with the property or provider before relying on them. Coverage is currently strongest in Northern California.