Shelters and Housing Resources in Tampa, Florida & Hillsborough County, Florida
Find what fits
These are different types of shelter and housing, not steps to follow in order. Explore the options that fit your situation. Contact each provider before traveling to confirm current availability, eligibility, intake hours, required documents, and any costs. Some programs require a referral or have a waiting list. This directory provides information and does not guarantee a bed or placement.
Emergency Shelter
Short-term shelter for urgent housing needs. Admission depends on available space, eligibility, and the provider’s intake process. Same-day placement is not guaranteed.
Tampa emergency sheltersTransitional Housing
A longer stay with structure and support while a next step gets planned.
Tampa transitional housingWomen’s Shelter
A dedicated, safer space set up for women and survivors of harm.
Tampa women’s sheltersFamily Shelter
Keeps parents and children housed together instead of split apart.
Tampa family sheltersTent / Cottage Housing
Tent or cottage accommodation offered by some programs. Availability, referrals, and intake requirements vary; contact the provider before traveling.
Tampa tent & cottage housingSober Living
Shared housing with structure for people rebuilding after treatment.
Tampa sober living homesFaith-Based Shelter
Shelter offered alongside a congregation’s care and community.
Tampa faith-based sheltersPaid Shared Housing
Affordable shared housing as a step toward living independently.
Tampa paid shared housingOfficial Tampa and Hillsborough resources
Start with these official local directories:
Hillsborough County shelter list: https://hcfl.gov/residents/human-services/homelessness-assistance/find-a-homeless-shelter
THHI Homeless Resources: https://www.thhi.org/homelessresources
City of Tampa Homeless Resources: https://www.tampa.gov/homeless
Need immediate local information and referrals? Call 211.
Last verified September 13, 2026. Availability, eligibility, intake rules, and contact details can change. Contact each provider before traveling.