public housing

American  

noun

1. housing owned or operated by a government and usually offered at low rent to people with low incomes.

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Etymology

Origin of public housing

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

Rae Huang, a 43-year-old community organizer and democratic socialist, is waging a long-shot campaign for L.A. mayor, focusing on free buses, public housing and police abuse.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Growing up in Philadelphia public housing, Jazmeen Chisholm didn’t have many career role models.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

He wants to increase the number of bike lanes, parks and green walking paths, as well as improve public housing in a capital of 2 million people where rent is often prohibitive.

From Barron's • Mar. 15, 2026

Huang has called for more public housing and for a reduction in the number of police officers, with the cost savings poured into other city services.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2026

McKissick agreed to represent Thorpe, determining that her case marked an important test for the rights of public housing residents.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson