Many people in the military have families, pets, or simply want some space. They would prefer to live off base and commute, rather than live in on-base housing.
For these service members, being transferred to a new base can be very disrupting. Finding new housing is never easy. Finding it on a strict time table, as often required in military transfers, is even worse. However, it’s not impossible.
Fortunately, there are many resources out there for service members looking for off-base housing.
- Veteran’s Association – The nation-wide VA has a lot of personnel and resources available to help both current and past service members find housing.
- Relocation Office – The base will probably have personnel that know all about the local housing landscape.
- Rental Partnership Program – This is a military organization that specializes in helping military members find rental housing for affordable prices.
- Military Housing Agencies – There are many businesses that specialize in locating properties and rentals near military bases.
For more information, check out our article about finding military housing off base.
